Preschool Teacher (12 ECE Units Required)

The Good Earth School is a unique nature-based preschool. We are looking for one special qualified Preschool Teacher to add to our wonderful staff. Our preschool teachers must have a great love and patience for children and must love outdoor activities with children. Teacher qualified with 12 ECE college units completed, knowledge of best practices and preschool educational methods as well as the ability to engage the children and earn their trust and attention. We are looking for a solid support teacher who is able to work well with other teachers.

Our actual location is in Kensington, CA on the border with El Cerrito 4 miles North of UC Berkeley. Here is the Google Maps link: https://goo.gl/maps/PNfCoKrNJxUsz2zF8

Pay rate is negotiable based on experience and credentials.

Responsibilities

• Develop or assist in developing a careful and creative program suitable for preschool children
• Employ a variety of educational techniques (hiking, nature exploration, 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
• Guide children to develop their artistic and practical capabilities through a carefully constructed curriculum (identify shapes, numbers or colors, do crafts etc.)
• 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
• Certification in child CPR
• Valid Childcare license and/or 12 ECE units to practice profession

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.00 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Do you have 12 or more ECE Units?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Preschool: 2 years (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• El Cerrito, CA 94707 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $21 - $25