Job Description
We are seeking a Head Start/VPK/ Preschool Teacher to join our organization! This individual will plan and present age appropriate activities for children.
Responsibilities:
- Instruct preschool-aged children in activities designed to promote intellectual and creative growth
- Create a fun and safe learning environment
- Develop schedules and routines to ensure adequate physical activity, rest, and playtime
- Establish and maintain positive relationships with students and parents
- Communicate with parents on students' growth and progress
- Maintain the health and safety of all students
Qualifications:
- Previous experience in childcare, teaching, or other related fields
- Passionate about working with children
- Ability to build rapport with children
- Positive and patient demeanor
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
- Preferably be bilingual in English and Spanish
- Meet all DCF requirements to work in a childcare
- Teacher: Required to have a Bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education or related field, or an AA degree with enrollment towards Bachelors Degree
- Teacher Assistant: Required to have a minimum of a CDA/FCCP
- Preferable experience with Teachstone CLASS, High Scope Curriculum, Head Start, and VPK (Pre-K)
Salary Range varies for Teacher and Teacher Assistant based on qualifications