Preachool Teacher

Overview

Join our vibrant early childhood education team as a Daycare Teacher, where your passion for nurturing young minds will inspire growth, curiosity, and joy in children during their most formative years. In this role, you will create a safe, engaging, and educational environment that promotes child development and fosters a love of learning. Your dedication will help shape the foundation for lifelong success while supporting families and collaborating with fellow educators.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement age-appropriate curriculum plans that incorporate literacy education, early intervention strategies, and hands-on activities to stimulate child development.
• Provide attentive toddler care and preschool instruction, ensuring each child's physical, emotional, and cognitive needs are met with compassion and professionalism.
• Manage classroom behavior through positive reinforcement techniques and effective classroom management practices to maintain a safe and productive learning environment.
• Communicate regularly with parents and guardians regarding children's progress, milestones, and any concerns, fostering strong partnerships to support each child's growth.
• Conduct assessments aligned with childhood development standards and utilize standardized testing when appropriate to monitor progress.
• Maintain compliance with mandated reporting laws and ensure adherence to health and safety regulations, including first aid and CPR certifications.
• Collaborate with colleagues on lesson planning, classroom activities, and special education accommodations to support diverse learning needs.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working with children in daycare, preschool, or early childhood education settings.
• Strong knowledge of child development principles, behavior management techniques, and classroom management strategies.
• Experience developing curriculum that includes literacy education, physical education, math concepts, and Montessori or other specialized teaching methods.
• Excellent communication skills for engaging effectively with children, parents, and team members.
• Certification in first aid and CPR; additional qualifications in special education or early intervention are advantageous.
• Familiarity with mandated reporting laws and child welfare policies to ensure a safe environment for all children.
• Demonstrated ability to plan lessons that promote social-emotional growth alongside academic skills.

Schedule: Monday-Friday 8-5pm, 9-6pm, 10am-6pm

Join us in making a meaningful difference in young lives! We are committed to providing a paid position where your enthusiasm for early childhood education can flourish while supporting the developmental journey of every child you serve.

Pay: $30,000.00 - $45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

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

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Preferred)
• First Aid Certification (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Florissant, MO 63033 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person