Pre-K Lead Teacher for Day Care

Do you love prepping kids for kindergarten and have a background in Early Childhood? We are seeking a qualified Pre-k Lead Teacher to join our organization! This individual will provide primary care for our oldest children as well as plan, age appropriate activities for them. The position is a minimum of six hours per day and 30+ hours per week, scheduled weekdays from 7:25a - 1:25p. Some afternoons in addition can be scheduled if desiring more hours. There are also mandatory events and meetings that will need to be attended.

Responsibilities:

~Provide high quality care for children as well as provide activities designed to promote cognitive, physical, and social-emotional development

~Create a fun and safe environment

~Develop schedules and routines to ensure adequate interaction, rest, and playtime

~Establish and maintain positive relationships with children, parents and staff

~Communicate with parents on children's growth and progress

~Maintain the health and safety of all children

Qualifications:

~Previous experience in childcare, teaching, or other related fields REQUIRED

~Associate's, Bachelor's or CDA in early childhood with classes in Preschool/Pre-k care REQUIRED

~Passionate about working with children

~Ability to build rapport with children, parents and staff

~Positive and patient demeanor

~Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $16.00 - $18.50 per hour

Expected hours: 30 – 32 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Childcare: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• CPR/First Aid (Preferred)
• Child Development Associate (CDA) (Preferred)
• Associate's/Bachelor's in child related field (Preferred)

Work Location: In person