Early Childhood - Toddler Teacher

Summary

$250 Sign On Bonus!
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.

Duties

• 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 program 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.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
• High energy and the ability to work well with others (staff, children, and parents) and to foster a team environment.
• A strong understanding of child development.
• Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification.
• Must clear full background check and must pass health screening.
• Child Development Associate certificate at minimum.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's Degree in early childhood education or related field of study with a minimum of 30 Credits in ECE OR
• Bachelor's Degree in early childhood education or related field of study with a minimum of 30 Credits in ECE

Benefits

Why join the team at Pine Hills Learning Place?

• We're dedicated to implementing the best for young learners.
• You can make a difference each day.
• Help us continue to provide the best early education on the planet to the students within our care.
• Grow your career within the industry.
• Develop and implement age appropriate curriculum to foster a love of learning.

We offer a suite of benefits including...

• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Generous paid time off
• 401K
• At least 20 hours of FREE professional development each year
• A fun, professional work environment
• Higher than average starting wage - $15-19 depending on qualifications
• $250 sign on bonus after 90 days of employment