Position: Preschool Teacher & Substitute

Sunaq; Kodiak (AK); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunaq in Kodiak, AK seeks a Childcare Teacher to create a fun, learning-friendly preschool environment supervised by the Childcare Program Administrator. You’ll focus on hands-on discovery and share Alutiiq culture with children.

You will develop stimulating activities, establish routines, support social-emotional growth, and collaborate with staff to ensure safety and a nurturing classroom. Must be 18+, willing to pursue CDA or CPR/first aid with company support.

Qualifications

• Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential is a plus; if not currently held, a willingness to pursue it as part of a training plan developed at the start of employment is encouraged.
• Ability to obtain pediatric first aid and CPR certification (we can help support this process if not already certified).
• An associate degree in a related field is preferred, but not required. In place of a degree, we welcome candidates with at least two years of relevant and successful work experience who can demonstrate the ability to meet the responsibilities of the role.
• Experience working with children in a group setting (e.g., teaching, daycare, camps) is strongly encouraged.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Able to provide three references upon request.

Responsibilities

• Develop a stimulating and creative program suitable for preschool children. Help them learn through experience, imagination & discovery.
• Introducing routines that students will be exposed to in school.
• Providing a warm atmosphere of acceptance and nurturing encouragement where students will feel happy and comfortable.
• Utilize a variety of teaching techniques (storytelling, educational play, dramatic play, media, etc.) to
• Encourage independence through positive self-image for each child. Help them develop their social emotional competencies and build self-esteem.
• Encourage children to interact with each other and resolve occasional arguments while modeling best practice for each situation. Redirect, Remove, and Reflect
• Guide children to develop their artistic and practical capabilities through a carefully constructed
• Organize nap and snack hours and supervise children to ensure they are always safe. Always know the location of each child and what they are doing.
• Communicate with parents regularly to understand the children’s background. Parents and Staff who work together can better provide an optimal learning environment for children.
• Collaborate with Administrator and co-teachers.
• Maintain a clean and tidy classroom consistent with health and safety standards.
• Participate and complete all required trainings.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

Associate degree in a related field

Job description

Hours: Full Time/ Part Time/ Seasonal/ Subsitutue

Salary Level: starting $17+ hourly or DOE

Supervision by: Child Care Admin

Summary

Childcare Teacher, supervised by the Childcare Program Administrator

This position is responsible for providing a fun and stimulating learning environment for preschool children,

with an additional focus on sharing the Alutiiq culture.

• Develop a stimulating and creative program suitable for preschool children. Help them learn through experience, imagination & discovery. Use a wide variety of exploration play through sensory, physical movement, social emotional, and outdoor activities.
• Introducing routines that students will be exposed to in school.
• Providing a warm atmosphere of acceptance and nurturing encouragement where students will feel happy and comfortable.
• Utilize a variety of teaching techniques (storytelling, educational play, dramatic play, media, etc.) to
• Encourage independence through positive self- image for each child. Help them develop their social emotional competencies and build self-esteem.
• Encourage children to interact with each other and resolve occasional arguments while modeling best practice for each situation. Redirect, Remove, and Reflect
• Guide children to develop their artistic and practical capabilities through a carefully constructed
• Organize nap and snack hours and supervise children to ensure they are always safe. Always know the location of each child and what they are doing.
• Communicate with parents regularly to understand the children’s background. Parents and Staff who work together can better provide an optimal learning environment for children.
• Collaborate with Administrator and co-teachers.
• Maintain a clean and tidy classroom consistent with health and safety standards.
• Participate and complete all required trainings.
• Other duties as assigned.

Perferred Qualification Requirements (or willingness to work toward)

Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential is a plus; if not currently held, a willingness to pursue it as part of a training plan developed at the start of employment is encouraged.

Ability to obtain pediatric first aid and CPR certification (we can help support this process if not already certified).

An associate degree in a related field is preferred, but not required. In place of a degree, we welcome candidates with at least two years of relevant and successful work experience who can demonstrate the ability to meet the responsibilities of the role.

Experience working with children in a group setting (e.g., teaching, daycare, camps) is strongly encouraged.

Must be at least 18 years old.

Able to provide three references upon request.