Preschool Teacher

Overview

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Preschool Teacher to join our early childhood education team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in early childhood education and a commitment to fostering a nurturing and stimulating environment for young learners. This role involves developing and implementing engaging curricula that promotes the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development of preschool‑aged children.

As a district contracted preschool, teachers use Creative Curriculum to guide and document learning throughout the year.

• Develop and implement age‑appropriate lesson plans that align with educational standards and promote literacy, math, and physical education.
• Create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive classroom environment that encourages exploration and learning.
• Manage classroom behavior effectively while promoting positive interactions among students.
• Conduct assessments to monitor student progress and adapt teaching strategies as needed.
• Collaborate with parents, caregivers, and other educators to support each child's development and well‑being.
• Provide care for children and toddlers, ensuring their safety and comfort throughout the day.
• Engage in ongoing professional development to stay current with best practices in early childhood education.

• Strong knowledge of curriculum development and lesson planning tailored to preschool‑aged children.
• Experience working with children in various settings, including daycare, private schools, or special education environments.
• Familiarity with behavior management techniques and childhood development principles.
• Excellent communication skills for interacting with students, parents, and colleagues effectively.
• Ability to implement early intervention strategies for children who may need additional support.
• Proficiency in teaching literacy, math concepts, and physical education activities suitable for young learners.
• Experience with standardized testing methods relevant to early childhood education is a plus.
• Knowledge of Creative Curriculum and SEL focused standards is advantageous.

Requires P‑3 Standard Certificate, CEAS, or CE.

• Ensure availability of adequate resources and incentives for the creation and maintenance of an innovative and highly successful preschool.
• Provide a constructive environment in which the Teacher can grow professionally.
• Meet periodically on a schedule established by the Preschool to accomplish said reasonable steps.

• Supervise and ensure the safety and well‑being of the children at all times.
• Establish and maintain a clean, safe, and nurturing classroom environment with age‑appropriate learning materials that are complimentary to the Creative Curriculum.
• Prepare and post weekly lesson plans and submit student learning documentation in conjunction with the Teacher Assistant through the TS Gold portal and on Class Dojo.
• Submit weekly lesson plans electronically to the Director.
• Arrange the classroom according to Creative Curriculum standards—post all required planning boards and charts (i.e. job charts, daily schedule, pictures, etc.).
• Assume equal share of the classroom housekeeping chores. Work as partners with the Teacher Assistant.
• Keep classroom, storage closets, and bathroom clean, neat and organized at all times.
• Create and implement activities which address the needs of the children individually and as a group.
• Hold weekly team meetings with the Teacher Assistant to address needs or concerns of the classroom.
• Create a classroom that reflects the cultural diversity of the group.
• Be ECERS (Classroom Rating Scale) and ESI (Student Assessment) knowledgeable.
• Treat each child, co‑worker and parent with dignity and respect.
• Attend all staff meetings, in‑services, and any other required meetings. Attend at least eight (8) hours of continuing education workshops per school year.
• Attend mandatory parent/teacher conferences twice a year. Provide feedback and examples of children's work during conferences.
• Attempt to develop a positive partnership with parents.
• Use Class Dojo and Ready Rosie to share, inform, and communicate…