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Bright Light Academy is seeking an experienced and highly qualified Pre-K/Preschool Teacher to join our team. The ideal candidate will have at least one full year of childcare experience and 30 credits or more in related educational studies, and preferably have a passion for elementary education or early childhood development. Our preschool program serves ages three and four and is designed to help them grow and develop in a nurturing, supportive environment. This teacher must qualify as a Group Supervisor (requirements below) and will work collaboratively with the both Preschool & Pre-K classrooms.
Responsibilities:
- Work cooperatively with fellow lead teachers & group supervisors to implement center's curriculum and create a nurturing and immersive school environment.
- Help create a safe and stimulating classroom for children.
- Monitor and engage with children during playtime, meals, and other daily routines.
- Provide individual and group support to children as needed.
- Communicate regularly with parents about their child's development and progress.
- Analyze, summarize, and complete developmental assessments using school materials on a trimester basis.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Knowledge of child development and age-appropriate teaching strategies.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
- Must be patient, nurturing, and able to create a positive learning environment.
- Flexibility in scheduling is a plus.
Skills Required:
- An Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Primary Education, or Children and Families.
- 2 years of experience in early childcare, childcare, education, or related experience.
- Must be able to lift up to 40lbs., see, hear and sit on the floor with children
- To pass state, federal, and child abuse background checks.
- To be 18 years or older and legally able to work in the United States.
This is a full-time position. For candidates with an Early Learning or Elementary Ed. or Children & Families degree and multiple years of experience, pay ranges from $17.00-19.00 per hour depending on degree, with an increase reflective of performance after completing your first 90 days. Bright Light Academy is open five days a week, but staff work a FOUR-DAY WORK WEEK. If you are passionate about working with young children and have the necessary qualifications, please apply today.
Bright Light Academy does not discriminate employment on the basis of race, color, religious creed, disability, ancestry, national origin, age, sexual orientation, or sex.
About Bright Light Academy:
Bright Light Academy has been providing high quality education to the greater Pittsburgh area since 2016. We are dedicated to maintaining the highest standards possible, and by doing so have been a Keystone Stars Star 4 Child Care Center since 2021. Our school frequently collaborates with outside specialty educators for cultural opportunities & strives to utilize the best resources available.
