Assistant Teacher

Imagine Early Learning Centers; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Vacation days

Sick days

Medical/Dental/Vision

Life insurance

Commuter benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Job summary

Imagine Early Learning Centers in Newark, NJ seeks an Assistant Teacher for a safe, nurturing early childhood program. You will assist in planning developmentally appropriate activities and support licensing and accreditation processes.

This full-time role offers competitive pay ($17.00–$22.00/hr) and a strong benefits package, including ESOP ownership, vacation and sick days, health coverage, life insurance, commuter benefits, tuition reimbursement, and professional development.

Qualifications

• CDA or Associates Degree in Early Childhood, Elementary, Special Education, preferred or in progress
• Experience teaching children in an Early Childhood program preferred
• NAEYC standards knowledge a plus

Responsibilities

• Participate in planning and implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum
• Ensure compliance with licensing and NAEYC guidelines
• Effective communication with families, staff and board
• Ability to meet physical requirements of position which include lifting children, pushing strollers/buggies, sitting on the floor and year-round daily outdoor activities

Skills

Early childhood teaching

NAEYC knowledge

Education

High school

CDA or Associates Degree in Early Childhood, Elementary, Special Education

Job description

• Location 970 Broad Street,Newark, NJ, 07102,United States


• Base Pay $17.00 - $22.00 / Hour


• Job Category Childcare, Early Childhood Education, Daycare


• Employee Type Full-Time


• Required Degree High school


• Manage Others No

Description

Join the teaching team at Imagine Early Learning Centers, an Employee Owned Company.

Imagine Early Learning Centers seeks an Assistant Teacher at Imagine Early Learning Centers. Our center is a safe, nurturing, fun and friendly environment.

We are seeking an experienced and creative professional looking to join a team providing the highest quality, educational childcare for working families.

• Participate in planning and implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum


• Ensure compliance with licensing and NAEYC guidelines


• Effective communication with families, staff and board


• Ability to meet physical requirements of position which include lifting children, pushing strollers/buggies, sitting on the floor and year-round daily outdoor activities

Qualifications:

• CDA or Associates Degree in Early Childhood, Elementary, Special Education, preferred or in progress


• Previous experience teaching children in an Early Childhood program preferred


• Previous experience with NAEYC standards and the accreditation process a plus

Summary

Competitive salaries and benefits including:

• ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) qualified Retirement Benefit Plan. Eligible employees receive this retirement benefit, at no cost.


• Full-Time employees accrue 17 Vacation Days and 7 Sick Days annually


• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage


• Prudential Life and AD&D Insurances - 1x annual salary, at no cost


• Commuter - Transit (Subway, Bus, Train, Parking)


• Voluntary Insurances: Short-Term Disability, Accident, Hospital


• Tuition Reimbursement/Degree Incentive Reward


• Wellness: Mental Health - 3 Therapy visits per year, at no cost.


• Childcare Discount where available


• Professional Development


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Imagine is an Employee Owned Company

In 2018 Imagine officially became an employee owned company through the creation of an ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan). We value and support our ownership culture by offering to all qualified employees a retirement benefit without cost.

Who We Are

Imagine Early Learning Centers, an employee owned child care management company, operates twelve high quality, full day licensed and NAEYC accredited Early Childhood centers in the NY metro area for children 6 weeks to 5-years-old. With state of the art facilities, professional development opportunities for promotion, a teamwork approach to classroom and center management, and an innovative and rewarding work environment, Imagine maintains a satisfied and talented teacher staff. At Imagine, we know children, as well as staff and families, thrive in a stimulating and nurturing environment. Staff, children and families alike are valued as individuals and as members of our diverse community.

Additional information

Imagine Early Learning Centers is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We value a diverse, inclusive workforce and celebrate the unique differences of our employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, and local laws. If you are unable to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at [e-mail] . Imagine will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities to the extent required by applicable law.