Play-Based Preschool Teacher (CT ELDS)

CAPITOL REGION EDUCATION COUNCIL; Wethersfield (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability benefits

403(b) retirement

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Paid time off

Employee assistance

Job summary

CREC Preschool at Progress Drive seeks a dedicated Preschool teacher. The classroom emphasizes play as the foundation for learning, with hands-on activities, dramatic play, blocks, sensory exploration, art, music, storytelling, and outdoor experiences aligned to CT ELDS.

Teachers observe children, extend thinking, and scaffold growth while collaborating with families and school staff. CREC offers robust benefits and opportunities for ongoing professional learning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in education discipline applicable to teaching.
• Must hold or be eligible for CT Endorsement 112 or 113.

Responsibilities

• Develop and administer curriculum aligned with CT ELDS and CT DOTS.
• Create safe, inclusive classroom for individualized and small-group instruction.
• Plan lessons using play-based learning and developmentally appropriate activities.
• Assess student learning using CT DOTS and adapt instruction as needed.
• Comply with school policies and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Classroom management

Culturally responsive teaching

Communication with families

Differentiated instruction

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education

Endorsement 112/CT DOE

Endorsement 113/Integrated Ed N-3

Tools

Google Suite

Microsoft Office

Job description

CREC Preschool at Progress Drive seeks a dedicated Preschool teacher. The classroom emphasizes play as the foundation for learning, with hands-on activities, dramatic play, blocks, sensory exploration, art, music, storytelling, and outdoor experiences aligned to CT ELDS.

Teachers observe children, extend thinking, and scaffold growth while collaborating with families and school staff. CREC offers robust benefits and opportunities for ongoing professional learning.