Early Childhood Education Teacher - Full Time

Hackensack Meridian Health Inc.; Hackensack (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health Inc. seeks a Teacher for the CCLC program, responsible for the physical, emotional and developmental care and safety of enrolled children and for planning and implementing an educational curriculum aligned with the center's philosophy.

Qualifications include an Associate's degree in early childhood education or CDA/group teacher approval, 3 years of experience with under-5s, and basic computer skills.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in early childhood education or CDA or group teacher approval from DCF.
• 3 years experience teaching children under 5 years of age.
• Must be able to use a computer with basic proficiency.
• Ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing with students, staff, administrators and community.

Responsibilities

• The Teacher is responsible for the physical, emotional and developmental care and safety of the children enrolled in the CCLC, as well as for planning and executing an educational program in accordance with the CCLC's philosophy and goals.

Skills

English communication

Computer literacy

Education

Associate's degree in early childhood education / CDA or group teacher approval

Bachelor's degree in early childhood education or related field

Job description

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives - and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. Its also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.

The Teacher is responsible for the physical, emotional and developmental care and safety of the children enrolled in the CCLC, as well as for planning and executing an educational program in accordance with the CCLC's philosophy and goals.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Associate's degree in early childhood education, or Child Development Associate (CDA) or group teacher approval from DCF.
• 3 years experience teaching children under 5 years of age.
• Must be able to use a computer with basic proficiency.
• Ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing with students, staff, administrators and community

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:

• Bachelor's degree in early childhood education or related field.

Working Conditions:

• Lifts a minimum of 15 lbs., pushes and pulls a minimum of 20 lbs. and stands a minimum of 3 hours a day. Must be able to assume postures in low levels to allow visual and physical contact with children, see and hear well enough to keep children safe.