What are the responsibilities and job description for the Early Preschool Teacher position at Little Peoples Palace?
Overview
Join our vibrant early childhood education team as an Early Preschool Teacher, where your passion for nurturing young minds will inspire a love of learning from the very start. In this dynamic role, you will create a warm, engaging classroom environment that promotes childhood development, literacy education, and social-emotional growth. Your expertise in curriculum development and classroom management will help shape the foundational skills that set children on a path to success. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact during the critical early years of a child's life, fostering curiosity, independence, and joy in learning.
Duties
- Design and implement developmentally appropriate lesson plans that incorporate early intervention strategies, Montessori principles, and standards for preschool education.
- Foster a positive classroom atmosphere through effective behavior management and classroom management techniques, ensuring each child's safety and well-being.
- Support toddler care routines, including feeding, diapering, and nap times, while promoting independence and self-care skills.
- Use assessment tools such as standardized testing and formative evaluations to monitor progress in literacy education, math skills, and physical education.
- Collaborate with parents and caregivers to communicate children's progress, developmental milestones, and strategies for supporting learning at home.
- Incorporate inclusive practices for children with special education needs or those requiring additional support in early intervention programs.
- Maintain accurate records of attendance, developmental assessments, lesson plans, and child welfare documentation in compliance with licensing standards.
Experience
- Prior classroom experience working with children in preschool or daycare settings is essential; experience with toddler care is highly valued.
- Demonstrated knowledge of childhood development theories, behavior management techniques, and early childhood education best practices.
- Experience developing curriculum that integrates literacy education, math concepts, physical education activities, and Montessori methods.
- Familiarity with special education strategies and working with children requiring additional support or early intervention services.
- Strong communication skills to effectively engage with children, parents, colleagues, and community partners.
- Proven ability to manage a classroom environment through effective classroom management techniques and lesson planning.
- Experience working in private schools or daycare centers is advantageous; certification in early childhood education or related fields is preferred. Embark on a rewarding journey as an Early Preschool Teacher where your dedication helps shape bright futures!
Pay: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $20