Pre Kindergarten Teacher - Child Development Center

Northside Hospital; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Northside Hospital is seeking a qualified educator to plan and direct daily Pre-Kindergarten and Summer Camp programs. You will provide developmentally appropriate activities, guide assistants and volunteers, and ensure the welfare of children in a supportive classroom.

The role requires a Bachelor's or Associate's degree with ongoing teacher certification, at least two years of Early Childhood teaching experience, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Associate's degree and current enrollment in Bachelor’s teacher certification program.
• Two years of teaching experience in an Early Childhood setting.
• Knowledge of child development, appropriate activities for preschool and school-age children, and related care regulations.
• Energetic, with an interest in and enjoyment of children.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plans and directs daily programs for children in the Pre-Kindergarten Program and Summer Camp.
• Delivers developmentally appropriate, child-centered activities.
• Leads as a team, guiding assistants and volunteers in the classroom.

Skills

Early childhood teaching

Communication skills

Child development knowledge

Energetic and child-focused

Written and verbal skills

Education

Bachelor's or Associate's degree with ongoing certification

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Northside Hospital is award-winning, state-of-the-art, and continually growing. Constantly expanding the quality and reach of our care to our patients and communities creates even more opportunity for the best healthcare professionals in Atlanta and beyond. Discover all the possibilities of a career at Northside today.

Plans and directs daily programs for children enrolled in the Pre-Kindergarten Program and Summer Camp. Consistently provides developmentally appropriate and child centered activities that meet the physical, emotional, intellectual needs of the children. Functions as a team leader and role model working with assistants and volunteers in the classroom.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES/LICENSE OR CERTIFICATION REQUIRED

1. Must have Bachelor's Degree OR Associate's Degree and be currently enrolled in Bachelor's degree teacher certification program.
2. Two years of teaching experience in Early Childhood setting similar to responsibilities.
3. Demonstrated knowledge of child development/management techniques, appropriate activities for preschool/school age children, and related care regulations.
4. Must be energetic, with an interest in and enjoyment of children.
5. Must have excellent written and oral communication skills.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES/LICENSE OR CERTIFICATION PREFERRED

Master's Degree in Early Childhood, Child Development or Related Field. Current Teaching Certificate in Pre-K through 5th grade or Pre-K through 8th grade. Certification in CPR, First Aid, and other GA state health and safety requirements. LICENSE OR CERTIFICATION REQUIRED BY THE STATE OF GEORGIA Teaching Certificate (P-5 or P-8) issued by Professional Standards Commission