Lead Toddler Teacher

Child Care Resources Inc; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Children's International School in Alexandria, Virginia seeks a creative educator for its toddler class. The role requires providing a nurturing environment that fosters children's exploration and growth while implementing an intercultural curriculum. The ideal candidate has at least two years of experience and relevant educational qualifications in early childhood education.

Benefits

Paid Federal Holidays

12 days of paid time off annually

50% Health insurance paid

Percentage of retirement contribution paid by employer

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of teaching experience in a licensed preschool or childcare program.
• Relevant educational background in early childhood education or a child-related field.
• Dependable, enthusiastic and committed.

Responsibilities

• Provide a warm, nurturing, and safe learning environment.
• Implement an intercultural curriculum.
• Supervise and evaluate the Teacher's Assistant(s).
• Maintain communication with parents and staff.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Flexibility

Education

CDA

AA in Early Childhood Education

BS/BA in ECE or related field

Job description

Summary

Children’s International School – Teaching Position

Children’s International School, based in Alexandria, Virginia, seeks an energetic, creative educator for ouryoung toddler class. The ideal candidate enjoys working with children as they inquire about the world and explore their curiosities from their perspective. The ideal candidate also has a strong understanding of child development, an excitement for learning, and is patient, calm, and flexible.

Children’s International School provides hands-on learning that addresses the whole child, utilizing the Reggio Emilia philosophy and Creative Curriculum.

Duties

Key Responsibilities:

To provide a warm, nurturing, and safe learning environment that encourages children to explore and grow.

To implement an intercultural curriculum that meets the social, physical, and emotional needs of a child.

Supervise, train, and evaluate the Teacher's Assistant(s). Collaborate with the assistant (s) on curriculum development.

To direct the children and encourage them in their daily activities.

To maintain good communication with parents, teacher assistants, and the Director.

To promote positive behavior and good social skills with the children by applying consistent techniques in accordance with licensing standards

To keep staff informed of program goals and developments.

To develop a cooperative and supportive attitude within the school.

Requirements

Qualifications:

At least two years of teaching experience in a licensed preschool or childcare program

Relevant education background: CDA, AA, BS/BA in ECE or a child-related field

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Dependable, enthusiastic, and committed

Benefits

After the probationary period

• Paid Federal Holidays
• 12 days of paid time off annually
• 50% Health insurance paid
• Employer pays a percentage of your retirement contribution