Childcare Teacher - Toddler / Preschool

Experienced EEC Teacher I/T and PS. We are looking for a happy, fun, developmentally appropriate teacher of young children, a committed team-player, flexible, dedicated employee, and a committed early childhood professional for our great, independent, non-profit program serving up to about 50 toddlers, preschoolers, and kindergartners. Our current need is for someone who can close (6 p.m. M-Th, and 5 p.m. F), but the ideal candidate will be able to open at 7 a.m. occasionally when needed. We prefer someone who would like to work full-time, but will entertain the possibility of well-qualified candidates who are looking for part-time afternoon hours. The staff at Discovery Schoolhouse maintain almost everything in the classroom and in the school, from taking care of children, planning activities, and organizing the classrooms, to daily chores such as cleaning, emptying trash, and loading the dishwasher, and to feeding the chickens, gardening, and taking care of other animals. Discovery Schoolhouse emphasizes social and emotional development, and believes strongly that children learn best through play-based and child-centered activities. Please see http://discoveryschoolhouse.org for more information about our program and philosophy. Benefits include Paid Leave Time, Paid Holidays, 401K with 6% match, 50% health, and more.

Qualifications:
- Previous experience in childcare or related field preferred
- Strong knowledge of child development principles and practices
- Ability to create and implement educational curriculum for various age groups
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Patience, compassion, and a genuine love for working with children
- Ability to effectively manage behavior in a classroom setting
- Strong organizational skills
- Team player and cooperative spirit

Please note that only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.
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Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 15 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• After school
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person