Preschool Teacher

Qualifications:

• Must meet basic requirements of local child care regulatory agency.
  • 45 HR DCF Certification and or CDA
  • VPK Certification is a plus
• Ability to relate positively with young children.
• Previous teaching or assistant teaching position with a public or private school system, a quality preschool, child care center, or church nursery is preferred.
• Certification or degree related to early childhood or elementary education is desirable but optional.
• Knowledge as a parent or in previous work experience of young children's social, emotional, and creative needs.
• Must be able to lift to 35 lbs. in handling children to facilitate programs, child safety, and potential emergencies.

Responsibilities:

• Is responsible for the overall supervision and daily class functions of children.
• Assesses each child's developmental needs on an ongoing basis.
• Plans with the Director and implements the approved lesson plans and daily classroom schedule using the Your Center Name curriculum outlines and materials.
• Plans with the Director all required parent-teacher conferences and student evaluations.
• Provides an attractive, well-kept classroom that encourages creativity
• Ensures that all class bulletin boards are current and provides the parents with an overview of the material taught in class.
• Provides the children with verbal praise and acceptance while providing precise and consistent expectations for the children's behavior.
• Accepts responsibility for upkeep and housekeeping duties of the classroom, common-use areas, and playgrounds.
• Assists and coordinates snacks, meals, nap time, and bathroom activities.
• Maintains the Brownsville Preparatory Institute's professional attitude and work behavior expectations.
• Assists in the other capacities as determined by the Director.
• Attends all required staff meetings, workshops, and school functions as determined by the Director.
• Observe all rules and regulations of Brownsville Preparatory Institute and the local, state, and national regulatory agencies about children's health, safety, and care.
• Maintains overall professional personal appearances, adhering to the guidelines offered in the training manual.

Upon Employment:

• All Brownsville Preparatory Institute, local, state, and national essential health requirements must be met.
• First Aid and CPR training is REQUIRED.
• Must complete all necessary company employment and payroll forms.
• Required personnel will have a fingerprinting and criminal investigation report completed.