Preschool Teacher Needed

Job Description

Teacher

The Children’s Center of Lexington (CCL) is a fully equipped childcare center for children from 15 months to pre-kindergarten. We have 6 classrooms – 2 toddler, 1 mixed toddler/preschool, 2 preschool, and 1 pre-kindergarten. Our team focuses on creating child-centered, nurturing, and inspiring classrooms for children to grow.As a staff, we promote the development of children’s social-emotional, physical, and intellectual skills through a variety of hands-on play.

We are actively seeking a Preschool Teacher to join our team who can work Monday- Friday 10am-6pm

Qualifications

· Associate degree or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field

· Evidence of satisfactory completion of at least four courses in early childhood education offered by an accredited institution of higher learning or approved by the Department of Early Education and Care

· Previous experience working with young children in a licensed center

· DEEC Certification

Additional Criteria

A demonstrated understanding of child development and evidence of its application in an early childhood program.

Job Description

As a Valued Member of the Children’s Center of Lexington you will…

1. Work in collaboration with your co-teachers, promoting commitment to effective communication, problem solving, and being a positive member of your team.

2. Maintain open lines of communication with families and colleagues in a supportive, understanding, and compassionate tone.

3. Attend and participate in all monthly staff meetings and professional development training.

4. Know and follow regulations, policies, and procedures under which the Center is operated.

5. Understand and implement the philosophy and goals of the Center.

Working with Children and Families you will…

1. Give support and encouragement to all children and families

2. Be a positive role model to children

3. Maintain full and confidential records on children

4. Meet with consultants, social workers, evaluation teams, etc. concerning individual children, as needed.

5. Work in collaboration with specialists and families for children receiving any outside services.

In Support of the Children’s Center, you will…

Understand and promote the philosophy and goals of the Center.

1. Work collaboratively with your team to plan a meaningful curriculum.

2. Support and implement a curriculum and teaching philosophy consistent with the Center’s philosophy.

3. Write developmentally appropriate progress reports twice yearly to be shared with families

4. Keep up to date on new research in the field of early childhood care and education and in the of understanding and responding to children and curriculum development.

5. Always maintain and model professional behavior.

Additional roles may be assigned, if defined and agreed upon by you and the director.

Other Requirements:

· Ability to lift 35+ pounds.

· Must be able to climb, stoop, reach, stand, lift,

· Able to walk, bend, stand, squat, or sit on the floor with children throughout, at least, a 6-hour day.

· Able to walk up and down steps several times each day.

· Able to physically respond quickly in an emergency.

In accordance with EEC requirements pass a BRC background Check and be fingerprinted.

RELEVANT POLICIES AT THE Children’s Center of Lexington

CCL adheres to all state and local COVID-19 regulations. Vaccination for COVID-19 is required for all staff.

CCL strives to build a staff that reflects the cultural diversity of the communities with which we partner. CCL provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We encourage BIPOC-identifying individuals to apply. All candidates are evaluated solely on their qualifications to perform the work required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Teaching: 1 year (Preferred)
• Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• EEC Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person