Preschool Educator: Inspire Young Minds & Growth

Youth In Need; Montgomery City (MO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off including holidays

401k with Employer Match

Tuition Assistance

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Youth In Need in Missouri seeks a Preschool Educator to foster a warm, development-focused classroom and partner with parents to support children's growth. A Bachelor's or higher in Early Childhood Education or Child Development is required; with a related degree, 36 hours in ECE/Child Development suffices.

CDA Credential can be pursued with employer support. The role is hourly, starting at $22.14 with the CDA credential or $16.29/hour before; CPR certification and a valid driver’s license are

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or higher in Early Childhood Education or Child Development from an accredited college/university.
• If using a related degree, at least 36 hours in ECE/Child Development.
• CDA Credential can be pursued with employer support.
• 3+ years of Head Start or licensed childcare experience preferred.
• Driver's license and CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Create a warm, welcoming preschool classroom environment.
• Demonstrate developmentally appropriate practices and lesson planning.
• Partner with parents and colleagues to support children's growth.
• Provide exemplary responsive care and classroom management.

Skills

Classroom management

Lesson planning

Parent collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or higher in Early Childhood Education or Child Development

36 hours in ECE/Child Development (if related degree)

CDA Credential (optional, employer support)

Job description

Youth In Need in Missouri seeks a Preschool Educator to foster a warm, development-focused classroom and partner with parents to support children's growth. A Bachelor's or higher in Early Childhood Education or Child Development is required; with a related degree, 36 hours in ECE/Child Development suffices.

CDA Credential can be pursued with employer support. The role is hourly, starting at $22.14 with the CDA credential or $16.29/hour before; CPR certification and a valid driver’s license are