Assistant Toddler/Preschool Teacher

As an Infant Teacher at Christ United Methodist Preschool, located at 400 Penman Rd. Neptune Beach, FL 32246, you will help young minds explore, discover and understand the world around them. We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Infant Teacher to help implement an ongoing program of activities that promote the social, emotional, cognitive, physical and spiritual development of each child.

Christ United Methodist Preschool is an accredited private preschool that centers around a Christian curriculum and the love of Jesus. We offer year-round programs for children from infant through VPK.

Requirements

*Develop a nurturing environment for children. Employ a variety of educational techniques (storytelling, educational play, outdoor play etc.) to teach children.*Observe each child to help them improve their social competencies and build self-esteem Organize sleep schedules and feeding hours and supervise children to ensure they are safe at all times Track children's progress and report to parents*Communicate with parents regularly to understand the children's background and psyche *Collaborate with other teachers.*Maintain a clean and tidy classroom consistent with health and safety standards.• Is responsible for the overall supervision and daily class functions of a group of children.*Observes all rules and regulations of CUMP as well as local, state or national regulatory agencies pertaining to the health, safety and care of children.* Accepts responsibility for maintenance and necessary housekeeping duties of the classroom, common use areas and playgrounds.*Attends all required staff meetings, workshops and/or school functions.*Maintains overall professional personal appearance adhering to the guidelines offered in the Employee Handbook *Assists in other capacities that Director, or designee, determines is necessary.

Desired skills and experience: • Must meet basic requirements of local child care regulatory agency • Previous teaching or assistant teaching position in a licensed early childhood program preferred • Knowledge of the social, emotional and creative needs of young children • Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs. in connection with the handling of children for the facilitation of programs, child safety, and potential emergency situations. Must be able to properly lift infants into and out of a crib.

Benefits

Discount Childcare at one of the best sought after Preschools in the area.

Professional Development: We support the professional growth of our staff by offering opportunities for ongoing training, workshops and conferences in early childhood education.

Paid time off: We understand the importance of work-life balance and offer generous paid time off, including vacation days, paid Christmas break and holidays (after 90 days).

Tuition Assistance: We may offer tuition assistance for employees pursing further education in early childhood education or related fields through TEACH scholarship.

Supportive Work Environment: We foster a positive and supportive work environment where teamwork, collaboration, and open communication are valued.

Appreciation and Recognition: We recognize and appreciate the hard work and dedication of our staff through regular appreciation events, bonuses, rewards, and recognition programs.

Supplemental Insurance: We offer supplemental insurance options to provide additional coverage and financial protection for our employees.

24-7 access to Telehealth including mental and financial counseling (after 90 days)