Preschool Teacher

The Adventure Nook Preschool is looking for an experienced teacher to join our team!

At The Adventure Nook, we see children as curious, skillful learners. We believe that children’s compassion, empathy, and capabilities are strengthened when respectful attention is given to their words and actions.

Our vision at The Adventure Nook is to provide an environment that allows children to learn, grow, and wonder while feeling secure, taking risks, enjoying self-discovery, and sharing ideas. We strive for a balanced, nurturing, and developmentally-appropriate approach to education.

The right candidate will be responsible for the care, supervision, and management of a class of children in accordance with the goals and curriculum plan of The Adventure Nook.

Primary responsibilities include:

• Classroom Management - creating a nurturing, calm, and developmentally-appropriate classroom to ensure the safety and well-being of each child in your care
• Child Assessment - conducting focused observations of children, maintaining written records designed to evaluate each child and administer an accurate initial and year-end assessment
• Curriculum Development and Implementation - carrying out curriculum-based activities on a daily basis and evaluating their effectiveness
• Effective Communication - maintaining regular, respectful communication with parents and co-workers
• Collaboration - contributing to the effective operation of the overall school program

Skills and qualities desired include:

• Patience and compassion
• Creativity and enthusiasm
• Passion for early childhood education
• Communication skills
• Organization skills
• Problem-solving skills

Required education and/or experience in one of the following:

• College degree in child development or early education
• College degree in an appropriate human service or education field (e.g. psychology, special education, music, social work) including some courses in child development
• Associate degree in child development or early childhood education
• Child development associate credential (CDA)
• At least one year of experience in an infant/toddler or preschool program

This position reports directly to the program director.

Hours:

• Monday-Friday 8 am - 2 pm

Pay frequency:

• Twice monthly

This company describes its culture as:

• Innovative
• People-oriented
• Team-oriented

This job is:

• A job for which all ages, including older job seekers, are encouraged to apply
• Open to applicants who do not have a college diploma

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $14.00 per hour