Lead Preschool Teacher

Do you have an energy and passion for working with children? Are you looking for a safe and supportive work environment? Creche is looking for a full-time Lead Preschool Teacher to join our team!

The most important characteristic of our team is that we LOVE working together to support families. Creche Day School is a place for people to work better, together. We treat each other and the children we serve as family.

Our teachers are excellent at planning fun, educationally-focused hands-on curriculum for children. Our team is experienced, dedicated, and has a strong understanding of developmentally appropriate practices. We measure our success by the quality relationships we build with each child and their family. This requires us to be self-starters, effectively manage orderly classrooms, and oversee activities cooperatively.

A typical week might include :

• Meeting each child where they are, getting messy (sometimes), and having FUN together!
• Planning and executing weekly lesson plans based on children's development and NAEYC Accreditation Standards;
• Coordinating with co-teachers to create classroom projects, allowing time for the supplies to be prepared;
• Encouraging children's learning through play on a developmentally appropriate level;
• Engaging in professional conversation with parents, team members, and children;
• Managing your classroom to ensure quality, safety, state ratios, and sanitation guidelines are met;

This Position might be for You:
If you have two or more years of experience in working with early childhood-age children and ONE or more of the following:

• Bachelors or Associates Degree in Elementary Education, Early Childhood Education, Family Studies or related study; OR
• Child Development Associate certificate plus two years teaching in a licensed child center or preschool; OR
• At least 24 hours of academic college credit within Early Childhood or Education related studies and three months experience in a licensed preschool or childcare center.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $14.50 - $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Preferred)
• Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Manhattan, KS 66503: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person