Lead Preschool Teacher
About This Role
Join our nature-based, play-based, high quality early childhood program!
We seek innovative, professional, reliable candidates with good communication skills, a willingness to learn, a strong interest in developing meaningful professional relationships with children and their families, and collaborating effectively with coworkers. Philosophy and pedagogy must align with keeping play and nature central in the life of a child.
What You'll Do
Professionally lead an early childhood classroom, in partnership with a CoTeacher, and as part of a teaching team.
Full job description available upon request.
Requirements
- Bachelor's (or higher) Degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE), HDFS, Child Study, or EC Special Ed.
- Ability to work well with others.
- A strong understanding of child development, planning, and assessing.
- Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification, or willingness to become certified.
- Must clear full background check.
- Must pass health screening.
Nice to Have
- Knowledge of NAEYC accreditation, CT ELDS and DOTS.
Benefits
- Accrued sick and vacation time.
- Access to MyCTSavings retirement program.
- Access to Health Insurance Broker.
- Workers comp coverage.
- Professional development assistance.
Common Questions
What ECE credentials are required for this position?
This role requires a bachelor's degree required.
What does this position pay?
This Lead Preschool Teacher role pays $23 to $24/Hr.
Is this full-time or part-time?
This job is Full Time.
Where is Community Children's Center located?
Community Children's Center is located at 797 Mansfield City Road, Storrs Mansfield, CT