What are the responsibilities and job description for the Preschool Teacher position at Mount Olive Lutheran Preschool?
We currently have one lead teaching position open!
Schdule - Monday - Friday mornings 8:15 - 12:45 Lead Teacher for a 3 year-old class.
Mount Olive Preschool Lead Teacher Job Description:
Mount Olive Lutheran Preschool is a well-established and nationally accredited Christian preschool that is seeking Early Childhood Educators. Our approach is team-oriented, play-based and Christ-focused; all in a beautiful and natural park-like setting!
Applicants must meet the following general requirements:
Required Education & Certificates:
- Must have a minimum of 24 units in early childhood education from an accredited college or university. (AA in ECE or ECE Teaching Certificate preferred)
- The units specified must cover Child Growth and Development, Child-Family and Community, Infant Toddler (preferred), and two Program-Curriculum classes.
- Livescan Background Clearance, Pediatric First Aid & CPR Training, Mandated Reporter Certificate, Pesticide Training Certificate.
Responsibilities and Skills:
- Passionate about early childhood education and working with children
- Positive attitude, warm and friendly
- Patient demeanor
- Team Player
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Must have a clear understanding of child development in order to assess and meet the needs of children.
- Must facilitate developmentally appropriate indoor and outdoor curriculum, including significant “hands-on” sensory, science, and art experiences.
- Instruct preschool-aged children in activities designed to promote intellectual and creative growth.
- Ensure a fun and safe learning environment
- Establish and maintain positive relationships with students and parents
- Communicate with parents on students' growth and progress
- Maintain the health and safety of all students
- Must be able to supervise an assigned teaching assistant
- Must be able to manage a classroom using positive and effective methods
Compensation: Hourly Position
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $22.00 starting wage per hour
Salary : $22