Early Childhood Educator — Balanced Learning & Growth

Primrose-School-of-Aliana; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Vision insurance

Job summary

Primrose School of Aliana is seeking an Early Education Teacher to support infants through Pre-K with the Balanced Learning approach. You will implement engaging, developmentally appropriate activities and collaborate with a leadership team to support student growth in a warm, safe environment.

You will observe and assess each child’s development, deliver planned lessons, and communicate with families, while upholding health and safety standards and participating in ongoing professional

Qualifications

• Must meet basic requirements of local child care regulatory agency
• Previous teaching or assistant teaching position in a licensed early childhood program preferred
• Knowledge of the social, emotional and creative needs of young children
• Infant - Preschool Teachers: 2 year or 4 year degree in early childhood or related field preferred
• Pre-Kindergarten Teachers: 4 year degree in early childhood or related field preferred

Responsibilities

• Supervise classroom and playground visually and by hearing to ensure child safety
• Oversee overall classroom function
• Adhere to all health, safety and care regulations
• Assess each child’s developmental needs continually
• Implement approved lesson plans and daily schedule per Balanced Learning
• Plan parent-teacher conferences and student evaluations with Leadership Team
• Maintain an attractive, well-kept classroom encouraging exploration and decisions
• Provide clear expectations and positive reinforcement to children
• Assist with classroom and playground housekeeping duties as needed
• Attend staff meetings, workshops and school functions
• Maintain professional appearance per Employee Handbook
• Assist in other duties as assigned by Director or designee

Skills

Coachable

Competent and confident

High integrity

Good listening and follow-up skills

Able to work with others harmoniously

High coping capabilities

Solution and detail-oriented

Strong organizational skills

Excellent verbal and written comms

Education

2-year degree in early childhood

4-year degree in early childhood

Job description

Primrose School of Aliana is seeking an Early Education Teacher to support infants through Pre-K with the Balanced Learning approach. You will implement engaging, developmentally appropriate activities and collaborate with a leadership team to support student growth in a warm, safe environment.

You will observe and assess each child’s development, deliver planned lessons, and communicate with families, while upholding health and safety standards and participating in ongoing professional