Preschool Teacher

Little Gardens Child Care Inc; East Meadow (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Career Advancement Opportunities

Great Work Environment

Job summary

A local childcare center in East Meadow is seeking an energetic UPK Preschool Teacher. The ideal candidate will create engaging lesson plans and foster a warm learning environment. Responsibilities include developing academic skills and supporting social-emotional growth, all while communicating effectively with families. Strong qualifications in child development and classroom management are essential. Great benefits and career advancement opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of child development principles and best practices in education and classroom management.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of classroom health, safety, and sanitation guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Create and follow a comprehensive curriculum.
• Teach beginning reading and math skills.
• Assist children with developing social and emotional skills.
• Use a range of instructional methods and learning techniques.
• Communicate with parents and other school personnel.
• Assess student's skills and performance.

Skills

Creative skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree and state teaching certification

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking an energetic and experienced UPK Preschool Teacher to join our team! You will be leading a class of students through the school year, assessing their current academic level, and designing instruction to meet students’ collective and individual needs.

You are passionate about learning and helping students reach their potential. With strong creative and problem-solving skills, you love connecting with individual students and creating an engaging classroom environment.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Tuition assistance
• Benefits/Perks
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Great Work Environment

Responsibilities

• Create and follow a comprehensive curriculum
• Teach beginning reading and math skills
• Assist children with developing social and emotional skills
• Use a range of instructional methods and learning techniques
• Communicate with parents and other school personnel
• Assess student's skills and performance to ensure they are meeting developmental milestones

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and state teaching certification
• Strong understanding of child development principles and best practices in education and classroom management
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of classroom health, safety, and sanitation guidelines and ability to closely adhere to the guidelines
• Problem-solving and mediation skills