Preschool Teacher

Eco-Tots Early Learning Center; Leeds (MD); On-site; USD 26,174 - 28,929; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee assistance program

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Job summary

A local preschool center is seeking an experienced Preschool Teacher to join their team. Responsibilities include managing classroom operations, developing lesson plans, and providing care for children aged 2-4. Candidates should have a 90 Hour Certification, experience in child care, and excellent communication skills. This full-time position offers a salary between $19.00 and $21.00 per hour, based on experience. Benefits include health insurance and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a child care teacher.
• Excellent knowledge of child development and up-to-date education methods.
• Certificate in first aid and CPR.

Responsibilities

• Design and follow a full schedule of activities and lesson plans.
• Balance between logical and social exercises.
• Evaluate children’s performance and communicate updates to parents.

Skills

Child care experience

Knowledge of child development

Strong communication skills

Time management skills

Patience and flexibility

Education

90 Hour Certification in early childhood education

Child Development Associate Certification

Job description

About the Job

Job description: We are seeking an experienced and energetic Preschool Teacher to join our Eco-Family! Our thriving Learning Center is located in Hanover, MD. Responsibilities include but are not limited to managing daily classroom operations, developing and implementing daily lesson plans and curriculum, coordinating meal services, and providing general care to children between 2-4.

Responsibilities

• Design and follow a full schedule and lesson plan of activities and discover suitable teaching material.
• Balance your teaching between logical and social exercises.
• Provide basic care and caregiving activities.
• Use a wide range of teaching methods (stories, media, indoor or outdoor games, drawing etc) to enhance the child’s abilities.
• Evaluate children’s performance to make sure they are on the right learning track.
• Remain in constant communication with parents and update them on the progress of their children.
• Observe children’s interactions and promote the spirit of concord.
• Identify behavioral problems and determine the right course of action.
• Collaborate with other colleagues.
• Adhere with teaching standards and Maryland safety regulations as established by the official sources.

Skills

• Proven experience as a child care teacher.
• Excellent knowledge of child development and up-to-date education methods.
• Methodical and creative.
• Patience, flexibility and love for children.
• Strong communication and time management skills.
• Certificate in first aid and CPR.
• 90 Hour Certification/Degree in early childhood education.
• Salary commensurate with experience.

Job Type

• Full-time.

Salary

• $19.00 - $21.00 per hour (Salary commensurate with experience and certifications).

Benefits

• Employee assistance program.
• Employee discount.
• Health insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Professional development assistance.

Schedule

• 8 hour shift.
• Monday to Friday.

Supplemental pay types

• Bonus pay.

Experience

• Teaching: 1 year (Preferred).
• Childcare: 1 year (Preferred).

License/Certification

• Must have 90 hour Certification or Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred).

Work Location

Hanover, MD