Preschool Teacher

St. Andrew's School; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan (403b)

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Life and AD&D insurance

Job summary

St. Andrew's School in Middletown, Delaware, invites a dedicated Preschool Teacher to join our childcare team.

This full-time 12-month position focuses on creating engaging, age-appropriate lessons, ensuring safety, and fostering a love of learning in children from 6 weeks to 9 years. You will work with lead teachers, support learning centers, communicate with parents, and contribute to a caring, safe classroom environment.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age with an Early Childhood Education Certificate as Head or Assistant Teacher.
• Two or more years of experience in a childcare setting or working with young children.
• Knowledge of the social, emotional, and creative needs of young children.
• Ability to effectively communicate with young children and parents.
• Proficient active listening skills to understand and adapt to the various needs of children and parents.
• Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs. in connection with the handling of children for the facilitation of programs, child safety, and potential emergency situations.
• Patience and compassion suitable for working with young children.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe and caring environment with supervision and daily class functions of a group of children.
• Observe all school rules and safety regulations pertaining to health and care of children.
• Support lead teachers by integrating supplementary activities into the daily schedule that are age-appropriate.
• Lead class in the absence of the lead teacher.
• Work as a team member and assist in other classes as needed.
• Maintain daily communication with parents.
• Attend in-service and staff meetings.
• Maintain an attractive, well-kept classroom that encourages children to create and explore.

Skills

Communication

Active listening

Patience and compassion

Teamwork

Education

ECE Certificate

Job description

Job Title: Preschool Teacher Reports to: Preschool Director Department: Preschool Employment Type: 12-month Staff FLSA: Non-Exempt Posted: August 11, 2026

St. Andrew's School develops the independence, character, mind, and spirit of its students to prepare them for lives of citizenship, service, and purpose. Be at the center of this mission by joining the school as our full-time preschool teacher, a key member of the preschool and childcare team.

Position Summary

The Preschool Teacher creates engaging and educational experiences for campers, developing and implementing age-appropriate lesson plans, ensuring camper safety, and fostering a positive learning environment, often in both indoor and outdoor settings.

St. Andrew's Preschool and Childcare is located on the campus of St. Andrew's School which is an Episcopal, co-educational, all-boarding high school situated on 2,200 acres in Middletown, Delaware. Camps offer full and half-day programs for ages 6 weeks to 9 years of age. This position has the important role of guiding children through milestone moments by helping young minds explore, discover and understand the world around them.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Provide a safe and caring environment with supervision and daily class functions of a group of children.
• Observe all St. Andrew's rules and the state regulatory agencies pertaining to the health, safety, and care of children.
• Support lead teachers by integrating supplementary activities into the daily schedule that are age-appropriate and relevant to children's learning.
• Willing to take responsibility to lead class in the absence of the lead teacher.
• Work as a team player and willing to assist in other classes as needed.
• Maintain daily communication with parents.
• Attend in-service and monthly staff meetings.
• Support the lead teachers to maintain an attractive, well-kept classroom that encourages children to create, explore and make decisions with confidence.
• Accept responsibility for maintenance and cleaning duties of the classroom and playground.
• Able to work as a team member coordinating activities and curriculum.
• Implement instructional strategies that integrate play, discovery approach and learning centers.
• Support the implementation of learning experiences as outlined by the lead teacher that advance the intellectual, physical and social/emotional development of all children, including developing their literacy, phonemic, print, and numeric awareness, their understanding and use of increasingly complex and varied vocabulary, their appreciation of books and their problem-solving abilities.
• Provide verbal recognition and acceptance to children while providing clear and consistent expectations for the children's behavior.
• Maintain overall professional personal appearance.

Job Requirements

• At least 18 years of age with an Early Childhood Education Certificate as Head or Assistant Teacher
• Two or more years of experience in a childcare setting or working with young children.
• Knowledge of the social, emotional, and creative needs of young children.
• Ability to effectively communicate with young children and parents.
• Proficient active listening skills to understand and adapt to the various needs of children and parents.
• Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs. in connection with the handling of children for the facilitation of programs, child safety, and potential emergency situations.
• Patience and compassion suitable for working with young children.

Conditions Of Hire

This job description is intended to describe the basic, critical elements of the job and should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. A thorough background check - inclusive of fingerprinting, a drug screen, and a physical is required as a condition of employment. Applicants must complete satisfactory reference checks, confirmation of compliance with federal and state employment laws, and any other required conditions of employment.

Benefits Of Employment At St. Andrew's School

Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and plan guidelines; additional details can be found in our employee handbook, which is furnished upon request.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Two health plan options to ensure you and your family have access to quality care.
• Retirement Plan: Secure your financial future with our 403(b) and Roth retirement plans. The school provides a matching contribution: for every dollar contributed, the school contributes two dollars, up to 10% of salary, with immediate vesting. Rollovers are permitted from other 403(b) plans.
• Paid Time Off: Generous paid time off and holidays to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• Employee Assistance Program: Access to resources and programs promoting physical and mental well-being.
• Health Savings Account, which includes a St. Andrew's School match.
• Life and AD&D Insurance at no cost to you.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an auxiliary aid or service, please call 302-285-4211.

TDD users should call the Delaware Relay Service Number 1-800-232-5460 for assistance.

St. Andrew's School is an equal opportunity employer.

We welcome diverse candidates of all backgrounds, faith, and persuasions, and seek to foster an inclusive, welcoming community environment.