The Children in the Shoe is offering a $1500 retention bonus for eligible full-time employees and a $750 retention bonus for eligible part-time employees! We are on the hunt for the best, brightest, and most fun-loving teachers to join our team! We're excited to welcome you into our community, where leadership focuses on enriching the lives of teachers as much as serving kids and families. How do we do that? First of all, we believe that if we're going to work together for roughly 40 hours each week, work must be fun (this is a preschool, not an accounting firm!). We also provide individualized support, tailored training plans, and the best benefits package in town! So come join The Shoe and find out what we are all about.

We value

• Active minds. We want to hear your opinion.
• A sense of humor. Obviously.
• Creativity. There are so many different ways to do things.
• Collaboration. We're a team above all else.
• Confidence. You're a leader.

We offer

• A retention bonus. Come put down some roots.
• Training money. We want you to keep growing.
• Paid leave. Everyone needs time off.
• Healthcare. This is self-care.
• Lots more perks. Potlucks, theme days, etc.

Work Inherent in this Preschool Teacher position:

• Prepare children for kindergarten by introducing concepts they will explore further in kindergarten and elementary school
• Exhibit warmth, emotional stability, and awareness of the emotional needs of children and co-workers.
• Work with children in groups or one on one, depending on the needs of children and the subject matter
• Plan and carry out a curriculum that targets different areas of child development, such as social-emotional, language & literacy, motor, cognitive, science, and math
• Organize activities so children can learn about the world, explore interests, and develop talents
• Develop schedules and routines to ensure children have enough physical activity, rest, and playtime
• Apply the principles of "Positive Discipline" and "Conflict Resolution"
• Communicate to the director issues regarding children's health, safety, adjustments, and development.
• Keep records of the students; progress, routines, and interests, and keep parents and directors informed about their child's development.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $800.00 - $900.00 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Education:

• Associate (Required)

Experience:

• Early childhood education: 2 years (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

Work Location: In person