What are the responsibilities and job description for the Preschool/Toddler Teacher position at Little Blue Treehouse?
Little Blue Treehouse believes that children are inherently curious of their natural world; Our primary goal at Little Blue Treehouse is to help children develop their fullest potential based on total human education – this includes developing their cognitive, affective, and social skills, as well as nurturing their physical growth.
This is a growing position for a new and growing program. Those who have more than 2 years of experience with children ages 2-5 years and within 20 miles are encouraged to apply.
Teacher Responsibilities:
- Creating Curriculum
- Fostering positive social/emotional growth through an environment where the balance of play and developmentally appropriate academic concepts are an essential component
- Working with parents through the separation process (2s/3s)
- Potty Training (2s/3s)
- Serves as a role-model to child learners.
- Invests in the students’ well-being, health, and safety.
- Demonstrates ability to learn and convey a variety of subject matters quickly.
- Manages small and large groups of students in a classroom environment and communicates effectively with students, including on potentially sensitive topics.
- Ability to work with teachers and director in lesson planning and creating well rounded learning opportunities.
- Adheres to school processes and protocols.
Qualifications:
- A Bachelors’s degree or study plan in early childhood education
- A minimum of 2 years of experience working with young children, preferably previous experience as a lead or co-lead
- Comfort, skill, and enjoyment in the writing process
- Strong oral communication skills and ability to work with parents
- A questioning stance and curious mind with a high tolerance for ambiguity; Ability to observe carefully and think inductively
- First Aid/CPR certification plus
- Speak Mandarin, Spanish, Korean plus
Employment Type Full-time
Salary commiserates on experience
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:
- early childhood: 2 years (Required)
Language:
- Mandarin (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- CPR Certification/First Aid (Preferred)
Work Location: In person