Child Care Teacher

Montessori Kids Universe of Stone Oak; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 19,286 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Employee discounts

Free uniforms

Paid time off

Training & development

Referral Bonuses

Job summary

Montessori Kids Universe of Stone Oak in San Antonio, Texas is seeking a passionate Educator to implement tailored educational programs for preschool children. The candidate should be creative, caring, and possess strong interpersonal skills. Duties include overseeing classroom activities, guiding child development, and ensuring safety. Preferred qualifications include CDA or a degree in Early Childhood Education. Competitive salary ranges from $14-$20/hr along with benefits like paid time off, training, and discounts.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age.
• 1-2 years experience working in a licensed childcare facility preferred.
• CDA, degree in Early Childhood Education or Elementary Education preferred.

Responsibilities

• Tailor curriculum to suit specific age groups of children.
• Employ various educational techniques to teach children.
• Observe children to help them improve social skills.
• Encourage interaction among children.
• Guide children’s artistic and practical development.
• Organize nap and snack hours, ensuring safety.
• Track children's progress and report to parents.
• Communicate with parents regarding children's backgrounds.
• Collaborate with other educators.
• Maintain a clean and safe classroom.

Skills

Creativity

Team player

Childcare experience

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CDA or degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• 12 PTO days yearly
• Paid holidays
• Paid sick days
• Childcare discount
• Paid Montessori certification (required within 6 months of employment)
• Uniform provided
• Referral Bonuses
• Professional Development: Room for growth within the company
• Monthly classroom budget
• Weekly planning time
• Paid background check, CPR, First-Aid, & Food Handlers Permit
• Teacher Appreciation & Recognition: Surprise Gifts/Snacks

Pay scale

$14-$20/hr

Job Summary

Welcome to a place of work where you consistently feel appreciated. Work somewhere where you feel valued and acknowledged if you want to be your best self. From building ties with kiddos in the classroom to understanding coworkers, you'll love waking up for your career every day. The ideal candidate is creative, helpful, kind, a team player, and unafraid to work hard and have fun!

Responsibilities

• Curriculum provided – tailor the program to be suitable for specific age groups of children
• Employ a variety of educational techniques (storytelling, educational play, media, etc.) to teach children
• Observe each child to help them improve their social competencies and build self-esteem
• Encourage children to interact with each other and resolve occasional arguments
• Guide children to develop their artistic and practical capabilities through a carefully constructed curriculum (identify shapes, numbers, or colors, do crafts, etc.)
• Organize nap and snack hours and supervise children to ensure they are always safe
• Track children’s progress and report to parents
• Communicate with parents regularly to understand the children’s background and psyche
• Collaborate with other educators.
• Maintain a clean and tidy classroom consistent with health and safety standards

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age and have a High School Diploma or GED
• 1-2 years experience working in a licensed childcare facility (preferred)
• CDA, degree in Early Childhood Education or Elementary Education (preferred)