Preschool Teacher / Onsite Provider

Job Description

Job Description
Summary

We are a group family daycare in the Flatbush area of Brooklyn, seeking a dedicated and nurturing Preschool Teacher/Onsite Provider to join our team. This role is vital in fostering a joyful, safe, and enriching learning environment for children ages 2 to 5 years old.

Schedule is Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5pm. Flexibility is needed as schedule might change to stay in child to staff ratio.

Duties

• bring joy and creativity to the classroom environment and children’s learning
• have a loving, gentle, supportive approach with children
• plan and implement age-appropriate curriculum and daily activities for children aged 2 years to 5 years
• conduct a fun circle time with singing, movement
• conduct large, small group and individual activities
• communicate effectively with parents about their children's progress
• assist children with personal hygiene ie diaper changing/potty, handwashing
• assist visitors from regulatory and affiliate agencies
• maintain a safe, clean, and organized learning environment

Requirements

• Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development Associate Credential
• minimum of 2 years of experience caring for children under six years of age or; 1 year of experience caring for children under 6 years of age plus 6 hours ECE training or; education in early childhood development
• possess strong communication written skills
• can take frequent walks, kneel, bend, squat or crawl, lift 30 lbs

Must completethe following before the 1st day of work:

• start fingerprinting and background check with the Department Of Health (we will provide how-to instructions)
• current medical statement (we will provide the form for your doctor to complete)
• 1 professional referenceand 1 personal reference that are not relatives
• 15 ours health and safety training (we will provide instructions)
• Pediatric Adult CPR and First Aid (complete on your own)

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a Reggio Emilia or Creative Curriculum classroom preferred

Benefits

After 45 days of employment:

• Paid holidays
• 15 Paid vacation days
• pay for professional development days
• $300/yr for medical/tuition expenses
• No health benefits