Job Description
Welcome to Honey Tree Preschool and Childcare, where we believe that every child deserves the best possible start in life.
We’re not your average childcare center – we’re a family owned, operated, and oriented, community based program committed to providing exceptional care and education to children in Wilton and Monroe, CT. And we're excited to announce that we're looking for enthusiastic candidates to join our team!
We believe that the most important asset we have is our team of incredible educators. That's why we're willing to train candidates who love kids and are willing to learn! If you are already an experienced teacher even better!
We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we don't require any nights or weekends. As a member of our team, you'll receive paid training, guaranteed hours, and for full time employees, healthcare, Aflac, a 401k match, and paid time off. Plus, we offer everyone the opportunity to earn quarterly performance bonuses, staff outings, occasional paid lunches, holiday celebrations, and staff contests with prizes!
We value our educators and believe that you should have the freedom to create your own lesson plans, as you know your children best. with a monthly classroom budget, you'll have the flexibility to use it how YOU want! And with the autonomy of your classroom, you'll have the opportunity to express yourself and create a learning environment that's fun, engaging, and tailored to your students' needs.
A little bit about our Worker Bees (Preschool) Classroom:
Our Preschool Classroom has a capacity for up to 12 children, overseen by a dedicated team of one or two teachers depending on attendance. This classroom caters to the developmental needs of children aged 2 years 8 months to 3 years old. At our facility, we adhere to a thoughtfully structured daily schedule. We are committed to not only imparting foundational academic skills such as ABCs and 123s but also to nurturing essential life skills. Our goal is to prepare children for their upcoming kindergarten years through a holistic approach centered on play. We love to sing songs, play outside, use our sensory bins, have circle time, instill independence all while having FUN!
To be an eligible candidate, you need to have a strong work ethic, a passion for inspiring and supporting young children, and a desire to build a career in a vibrant child care center in your community. For this position, we do require experience and prefer a background and/or credentials in ECE. As a teacher/co-teacher at Honey Tree, you'll be supported by a team of like-minded, hard-working teammates who learn, grow, and celebrate together. We believe in the core values of Support, Growth, Enthusiasm, Respect, and Caring.
You'll have a lot of responsibilities, and an incredibly fulfilling experience. You'll be making a positive difference in the lives of children and families in your community. You'll follow and deliver a play-based curriculum program for early childhood education, maintain all standards for teaching, safety, cleanliness, and security, and collaborate with your team to provide the best possible care for your students.
We're looking for motivated, hard-working, and passionate individuals who are eager to learn and grow with us. If you have what it takes to join our team, apply today to be a part of a work FAMILY and change the lives of children in your community!
Schedule Options:
Full time Schedule - 8:15-5:15 with a 1 hour break.
More Info: View our Hiring E-Packet!