Infant Teacher

New Horizon Academy; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company sponsored health insurance

401K with company match

Paid time off

Ongoing, FREE professional development

Discounted childcare

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

New Horizon Academy in Olathe, KS, is hiring an Infant Teacher for a full-time role. The position runs Monday–Friday between 6:30am and 6:00pm, with a starting hourly wage range of 17.40 to 21.65 dollars and a $2,000 hiring bonus eligibility.

Prior ECE experience and the ability to work with a caring, collaborative team are required. You will create a nurturing classroom, plan age-appropriate activities, and support early learning in a licensed environment.

Qualifications

• At least 6 months of experience in early childhood education.
• Able to work full-time, Monday–Friday, 6:30am–6:00pm.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with children, families, staff.
• Meets or exceeds state qualifications for the listed position.
• US citizenship or eligibility to work in the US.
• Background check/background study as required by state regulations.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate infant activities.
• Provide a caring, safe, and stimulating environment for infants.
• Collaborate with team to support children's learning and development.
• Follow state licensing regulations and company policies.

Skills

ECE experience

Classroom management

Team player

Positive work ethic

Willingness to learn

Love working with children

Job description

**$2,000 HIRING BONUS ELIGIBLE**Hourly Wage: $17.40 - $21.65/hr (DOE)We are seeking an Infant Teacher to join our team at New Horizon Academy Olathe!All applicants MUST:Have at least 6 months of experience working in an early childhood education setting.Experience working in ECE and in classroom management.Be able to work a full-time schedule, Monday-Friday between the hours of 6:30am-6:00pm.Have positive work ethic, and a team-centered attitude.Be willing to learn and grow as an educator.Enjoy working with children!Love Making a Difference? You'll fit right in!You'll love teaching with us, just as our children will love learning with you! If you want to inspire, encourage, and celebrate a child's love of learning every day, come join our team!As a New Horizon Academy educator, you will...Delight in our beautifully equipped classrooms.Work alongside a caring and dedicated team.Have support and encouragement for our knowledgeable support staff.Be a brain-builder who will help shape the leaders of tomorrow!What makes New Horizon Academy different...For over fifty years, New Horizon Academy has been the leader in early care and educationOur company fosters a culture of continuous improvement, which means that every decision we make is based on what's best for children and for our staff.We are passionate advocates for additional national, state, and local early childhood resources.Research shows that a child's first five years are the most important for social and emotional brain development, which is why the work we do is so essential!We are looking for someone who. . .Meets or exceeds state qualifications for the listed position.Has a passion for working with young children.Has interest in beginning or continuing their education in early childhood education or a related field.Can satisfy the Applicant Background Study required by state regulations.Has documentation of U.S. citizenship or eligibility to work in the U.S.Has the physical abilities to perform the required job duties with or without accommodations.Has the ability to communicate effectively with children, families, and staff, as well as to understand state licensing regulations and company policies.We are proud to offer a complete benefits package, which includes...Company sponsored health insurance401K with company matchPaid time offOngoing, FREE professional developmentGenerously discounted childcareOpportunities for career growthand much, much moreAPPLY TODAY!E.O.E