Preschool Teacher

Acquire4Hire; Wolcott (CT); Presencial; USD 28.000 - 34.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Tuition assistance

Health insurance guidance

Workers' comp coverage

Professional development assistance

Paid planning time

5 days paid sick/vacation days

Descripción de la vacante

Happy Hands PREP in Wolcott, CT is hiring a Lead Preschool Teacher to plan and present age-appropriate activities for children ages 3-5.

This in-person role offers a Monday–Friday schedule, 37.5 hours weekly, year-round program, paid planning time, and a supportive environment. Pay ranges from $20.00 to $25.00 per hour, depending on experience and education. Benefits include tuition assistance, health coverage guidance, and paid time off.

Formación

• Previous experience in childcare, teaching, or related fields.
• Must be able to lift 30 lbs.
• Must stand and sit on the floor to engage with children.
• Degree in Early Education not required, great to have.
• Passionate about working with children.
• Ability to build a positive learning environment.
• Positive and patient demeanor.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Willing to grow into the position and field.
• Reliable transportation to and from work.
• Must pass background check.
• Pediatric First Aid/CPR training.
• Medication Administration Certificate.

Responsabilidades

• Teach and manage a classroom of 8 preschool students on your own.
• Instruct preschool-aged children in activities designed to promote intellectual and creative growth.
• Create a fun and safe learning environment.
• Develop schedules and routines to ensure adequate physical activity, educational activities, and playtime.
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with students and parents.
• Communicate with parents on students' growth and progress.
• Maintain the health and safety of all students.

Conocimientos

Positive demeanor

Excellent communication

Patient attitude

Ability to engage children

Team collaboration

Educación

Early Education degree (not required)

Herramientas

Pediatric First Aid/CPR

Medication Administration Certificate

Descripción del empleo

About This Role

Happy Hands PREP seeking a Lead Preschool Teacher to join our Team! This individual will plan and present age appropriate activities for children ages 3-5

About This Role

Happy Hands PREP seeking a Lead Preschool Teacher to join our Team! This individual will plan and present age appropriate activities for children ages 3-5

We're looking for an imaginative and all-around fun preschool teacher to join our team. We want an individual who is interested in pursuing a career in education, who is genuinely kind and loving toward children, and has a passion for learning and helping others. We are looking for someone that has classroom experience or a degree in early childhood starting their career.

Do you love working with children we have the perfect opportunity for you. We would love to have you join our team.

We have so much to offer to our staff:

• Guaranteed 37.5 hours per week (we don't send you home if ratios are low)
• Perfect work schedule to create a balance of work and family life
• Schedule Monday through Friday 8:45am to 4:15pm
• Program runs all year long (both school year and summer)
• NO teacher out of pocket expenses for class
• Program supplies all art materials and supplies
• Fully stocked classroom with all needed material/equipment to run your class
• Freedom to create your own lessons
• Paid planning time
• Low stress work environment
• Supported and appreciated staff
• collaborative work environment
• Staff supported by owners who are present everyday
• 5 days paid sick/vacation days
• Teacher leads class of 8 kids
• Annual performance increase (dependent upon performance)

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour based on experience and/or education

Work Location: In person

What You'll Do

• Teach and manage a classroom of 8 preschool students on your own
• Instruct preschool-aged children in activities designed to promote intellectual and creative growth
• Create a fun and safe learning environment
• Develop schedules and routines to ensure adequate physical activity, educational activities, and playtime
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with students and parents
• Communicate with parents on students' growth and progress
• Maintain the health and safety of all students

Requirements

• Previous experience in childcare, teaching, or other related fields
• Must be able to left 30lbs
• Must be able to stand and sit on the floor to engage with children
• Degree in Early Education not required, great to have
• Passionate about working with children
• Ability to build positive learning environment for children
• Positive and patient demeanor
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Willing to help the right person grow into the position and in the field.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from work.
• Must pass background check
• Must have Pediatric First Aid/CPR training
• Must have Medication Administration Certificate

Benefits

• Tuition Assistance
• Access to MyCTSavings retirement program.
• Access to Health Insurance Broker.
• Workers comp coverage.
• Professional development assistance.
• 5 days paid sick/vacation days
• Paid planning time
• Discounted child care (if space is available)