Preschool Teacher

We are looking for qualified Preschool/Toddler Teachers to prepare small children by easing them into organized education. You will teach them important elements that they will encounter soon after they enter school life. A teacher must have great compassion and patience for children. The goal is to contribute to the healthy mental and emotional development of the child so they can more easily acclimate to the next level of education.

Responsibilities

• Develop a careful and creative program suitable for preschool and infant children
• Guide children to develop their artistic and practical capabilities through a carefully constructed curriculum (identify shapes, numbers, or colors, do crafts etc.)
• Employ a variety of educational techniques (storytelling, educational play, media, etc.) to teach children
• Observe each child to help them improve their social competencies and build self-esteem
• Encourage children to interact with each other and resolve occasional arguments
• Organize nap and snack hours and supervise children to ensure they are safe at all times
• Track children’s progress and report to parents
• Communicate with parents regularly to understand the children’s background and psyche
• Collaborate with other educators
• Maintain a clean and tidy classroom consistent with health and safety standards

Skills

• Proven experience as a Preschool Teacher
• Excellent understanding of the principles of child development and preschool educational methods
• Familiarity with safety and sanitation guidelines for classrooms
• Excellent communication and instructional skills
• Ability to act as mediator between children
• Cool-tempered, friendly, and reliable
• Balance between a creative mind and a practical acumen

Requirements

• Minimum 12 ECE units (If you have no units, we can work with you to achieve them, if hired)
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Coursework in early childhood education or child development (Preferred)
• Flexibility as to the hours and schedule of work

Company Website

• Preschool | Childcare | Pleasant Hill, CA (kidz-planet.org)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.50 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:

• Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place
• Personal protective equipment provided or required
• Temperature screenings/testing

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Early Childhood Education: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location