What are the responsibilities and job description for the Infant/Toddler Teacher position at Neighborhood Preschool?
Neighborhood Preschool is a private non-profit play based daycare that focuses on social and emotional learning and development affiliated with Wesleyan University. We are looking for an enthusiastic teacher to work in one of our Infant/Toddler classrooms at our brand new school. If you have a love for teaching and children, please submit your application to the Neighborhood Preschool
Qualifications:
- Education: Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education or High School Diploma with experience in related field
Personal:
- At least 18 years old.
- Ability to work with staff of varying educational and experiential backgrounds and the ability to work with parents and students in the classroom setting.
- Sensitivity to the needs of and strong liking for children, and awareness of what constitutes a sound education program for young children.
- Ability to create a feeling of community within the work setting and to model desired behavior of interacting with children, families, and staff.
- Active pursuit of opportunities for professional development.
General Responsibilities:
- Insure the program is in accordance with OEC policies and philosophy of the school.
- Responsible for preparing or delegating preparation of classroom curriculum and clean up.
- Must maintain prompt hours and keep a neat and clean appearance, which is suitable for playing on the floor with children.
- Maintain a welcoming and friendly attitude toward parents and teat all children with dignity and respect
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $33,000.00 - $35,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus pay
COVID-19 considerations:
To keep our NPS families and staff safe, we are wearing masks, practicing social distancing and have enhanced cleaning/hand washing protocols in place. We also follow all guidelines set by the CT OEC and CDC.
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Childcare: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $33,000 - $35,000