Early Preschool Teacher

Primrose School of Aldie; Aldie (VA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a nurturing and dynamic team at a leading preschool where you will inspire young minds and foster their growth. As a Teacher at this esteemed institution, you will create engaging lesson plans and provide a safe, enriching environment for children from infants to preschool age. Your role will be pivotal in promoting their social, emotional, and cognitive development through the unique Primrose Balanced Learning approach. If you are passionate about early childhood education and eager to make a difference in the lives of children, this opportunity is perfect for you. Embrace the joy of teaching and help shape the future of our youngest learners in a supportive and collaborative setting.

Qualifications

• Must meet local child care regulatory requirements.
• Previous teaching experience in early childhood programs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily class functions and maintain a safe environment.
• Implement lesson plans and assess children's developmental needs.

Skills

Child Development Knowledge

Classroom Management

Communication Skills

Lesson Planning

Physical Ability to Lift Children

Education

2-year degree in Early Childhood or related field

4-year degree in Early Childhood or related field

Tools

Educational Materials

Classroom Supplies

Job description

As a Teacher at Primrose School of Aldie located at 25300 Kinsale Place Aldie, VA 20105, you will help young minds explore, discover, and understand the world around them.

We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Teacher to plan and implement an ongoing program of activities that promote the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development of each child, in accordance with the Primrose Balanced Learning approach to teaching and learning.

Primrose School of Aldie is an accredited private preschool that provides a premier educational child care experience. We offer year-round programs for children from infant through elementary-aged school age.

Primary Responsibilities:

1. Responsible for the overall supervision and daily class functions of a group of children.
2. Observe all rules and regulations at Primrose School of Aldie and the local, state, or national regulatory agencies pertaining to the health, safety, and care of children.
3. Assess each child's developmental needs on an ongoing basis.
4. Implement the approved lesson plans and daily classroom schedule in accordance with the Primrose Balanced Learning curriculum and programming.
5. Plan with a member of the Leadership Team the parent-teacher conferences and student evaluations.
6. Maintain an attractive, well-kept classroom that encourages children to create, explore, and make decisions with confidence.
7. Provide verbal recognition and acceptance to children while providing clear and consistent expectations for the children's behavior.
8. Accept responsibility for maintenance and necessary housekeeping duties of the classroom, common use areas, and playgrounds.
9. Attend all required staff meetings, workshops, and/or school functions.
10. Maintain overall professional personal appearance adhering to the guidelines offered in the Primrose School of Aldie Employee Handbook.
11. Assist in other capacities that the Director or designee determines is necessary.

Desired Skills and Experience:

1. Must meet basic requirements of local child care regulatory agency.
2. Previous teaching or assistant teaching position in a licensed early childhood program preferred.
3. Knowledge of the social, emotional, and creative needs of young children.
4. Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs. in connection with the handling of children for the facilitation of programs, child safety, and potential emergency situations. For Infant and Young Toddler teachers, must be able to properly lift infants into and out of a crib.
5. Infant - Preschool Teachers: 2-year degree in early childhood or related field preferred.
6. Pre-Kindergarten Teachers: 4-year degree in early childhood or related field required.
7. Kindergarten Teacher: 4-year degree in early childhood and certified to teach in the state in which the school operates required.

Each Primrose school is a privately owned and operated franchise, and the respective Franchise Owner is the employer at each school. Franchise Owners set their own wage and benefit programs, which vary among Franchise Owners. Primrose Schools and its Franchise Owners are equal opportunity employers. Positions and position titles vary by school.