Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Free food & snacks
- Free uniforms
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
Position Overview:
We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Early Preschool Teacher to join our team! This position involves working with children aged 2 to 2.5 years old. The working hours are from 8:30 am to 5:30 pm.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Supervise and manage daily classroom activities for a group of children.
- Follow all rules and regulations at Primrose School at Brier Creek and comply with local, state, or national regulatory agencies regarding children's health, safety, and care.
- Continuously assess each child's developmental needs.
- Implement approved lesson plans and daily schedules based on the Primrose Balanced Learning curriculum.
- Coordinate with leadership on parent-teacher conferences and student evaluations.
- Maintain a clean, attractive classroom environment that encourages exploration and decision-making.
- Provide positive reinforcement and set clear behavioral expectations.
- Handle classroom maintenance and housekeeping duties, including playground upkeep.
- Attend all staff meetings, workshops, and school functions.
- Maintain a professional appearance as per the Employee Handbook guidelines.
- Assist in other duties as assigned by the Director or designee.
Desired Skills and Experience:
- Must meet the basic requirements set by the local child care regulatory agency.
- Previous teaching or assistant teaching experience in a licensed early childhood program is preferred.
- Knowledge of the social, emotional, and creative needs of young children.
- Ability to lift up to 35 lbs, especially for handling children and emergency situations. For Infant and Toddler teachers, ability to lift infants into and out of cribs.
- Associate degree in early childhood or related field is preferred.
- Current NC Background Check Qualifying Letter from the Division of Child Development.
- Current physical exam and TB test within the last year.
Additional Benefits:
- Generous PTO package
- Complimentary Vision and Dental Insurance after 90 days
- $80/month discretionary bonus after 90 days
- AAA Membership after 90 days
- 401(k) Plan after one year
- Meals and snacks provided
- Monday-Friday work week
- In-service training and opportunities for further education
- Supportive work environment
Note: Each Primrose school is a franchise, and the franchise owner sets their own wages and benefits. Primrose Schools and its franchise owners are equal opportunity employers. Job titles and roles may vary by school.