About This Role
The Teacher is responsible for developing a cohesive teaching team, coordinating the curriculum, and managing the day-to-day operational activities of the classroom. Teachers must understand children’s cognitive, social, emotional and physical development in order to ensure a safe and stimulating classroom environment where children are actively engaged and encouraged to succeed. The Teacher must be skilled in communicating with both children and adults in order to meet the needs of the children, effectively guide teacher assistants, and resolve parental concerns.
We are always accepting applications for this role.
What You'll Do
- Coordinate and implement educational curriculum by developing classroom activities based on developmentally appropriate practices and early learning standards.
- Lead by example; encourage teaching team success through modeling and coaching.
- Plan individual and group age-appropriate activities to actively engage children and encourage social, cognitive and emotional growth.
- Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions, progress reports, and parent-teacher conferences.
- Ensure all center policies and state regulations are met.
- Ensure a healthy classroom environment – including maintaining appropriate hygiene and cleanliness standards and safety and security of children.
- Maintain accurate records, forms and files.
- Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.
Requirements
- Minimum of 2 years of professional child care experience.
- High energy.
- Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
- Ability to work well with others (staff, children, and parents) and to foster a team environment.
- A strong understanding of child development.
- Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification preferred but not required.
- Must clear full background check prior to start date.
- Must be at least 18 yrs. old
Physical Requirements
- Must be able to lift persons or objects up to 50lbs
- Must be able to stand or sit at times, for an extended amount of time or walk for long distances
- Other movements required from time to time, but are not limited to: stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, pushing, pulling, and grasping
Nice to Have
Knowledge of CT ELDS
F/A CPR / Medication Certified
Knowledge of Emergent curriculum
Benefits
Competitive salary
Paid time off
Health, vision, dental insurance
Paid professional development
Advancement
Common Questions
What is the education required for this position?
At least an associate degree is required
What does this position pay?
This Preschool Teacher role pays $39,000 to $43,000/Yr.
Is this full-time or part-time?
This job is Full Time.
Where is The Learning Tree Early Childhood Center located?
The Learning Tree Early Childhood Center is located at 785 Ridge Road, Hamden, CT