Preschool Teacher

Crouthers Academy; Chesterfield (MO); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

9 Paid holidays

Free child care

Professional Development

Monthly classroom budget

Paid background check, CPR, & First-Aid

Teacher Appreciation & Recognition

Job summary

Crouthers Academy in Chesterfield, Missouri, is seeking a dedicated professional to create and implement programs for children. The role involves developing creative educational techniques, monitoring child progress, and fostering a caring environment.

Ideal candidates must be at least 18 years of age and hold a High School Diploma or GED. Experience in a licensed childcare facility is preferred.

The academy offers various benefits, including health insurance, paid time off, and a supportive work environment with opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age and have a High School Diploma or GED.
• 1-2 years experience working in a licensed childcare facility (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Develop a careful and creative program suitable for specific age groups of children.
• Employ a variety of educational techniques to teach children.
• Observe each child to help them improve their social competencies and build self-esteem.
• Encourage children to interact with each other and resolve occasional arguments.
• Guide children to develop their artistic and practical capabilities.
• Organize nap and snack hours and supervise children to ensure safety.
• Track children’s progress and report to parents.
• Communicate with parents regularly.
• Provide daily care for young children.
• Maintain a clean and tidy classroom.

Job description

Job Summary

Welcome to a place of work where you consistently feel appreciated. Work somewhere where you feel valued and acknowledged if you want to be your best self. From building ties with kiddos in the classroom to understanding coworkers, you'll love waking up for your career every day.

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• 9 Paid holidays
• Free child care
• Professional Development: Room for growth within the company
• Low child-to-teacher ratios
• Monthly classroom budget
• Paid background check, CPR, & First-Aid
• Teacher Appreciation & Recognition: Surprise Gifts/Snacks
• Pay scale: $15-$20/hr

Responsibilities

• Develop a careful and creative program suitable for specific age groups of children
• Employ a variety of educational techniques (storytelling, educational play, media, etc.) to teach children
• Observe each child to help them improve their social competencies and build self-esteem
• Encourage children to interact with each other and resolve occasional arguments
• Guide children to develop their artistic and practical capabilities through a carefully constructed curriculum (identify shapes, numbers, or colors, do crafts, etc.)
• Organize nap and snack hours and supervise children to ensure they are always safe
• Track children’s progress and report to parents
• Communicate with parents regularly to understand the children’s background and psyche
• Provide daily care for young children (including toileting and diaper changing)
• Maintain a clean and tidy classroom consistent with health and safety standards

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age and have a High School Diploma or GED
• 1-2 years experience working in a licensed childcare facility (preferred)