Job Description
Job Description
Summary
We are looking for a qualified Infant/Toddler and Preschool Teacher. You will guide children as they begin to explore the world around them. A preschool teacher must have a great love and patience for children. Qualifications needed to teach young children effectively include knowledge of best practices and preschool educational methods and the ability to engage them and earn their trust and attention. The goal is to contribute to the healthy mental and emotional development of the child so they can more easily acclimate to the next level of education.
Duties
- Develop a careful and creative DAP program suitable for young children
- Employ a variety of educational techniques (storytelling, inquire-based play, and outdoor learning).
- Observe each child to help them improve their social competencies and build self-esteem
- Encourage children to interact with each other and support equality and social justice.
- Guide children to develop their artistic and practical capabilities through exploration projects and hands-on activities.
- Organize nap and snack hours and supervise children to ensure they are safe at all times
- Track children’s progress and report to parents
- Communicate with parents regularly to understand the children’s background and needs.
- Collaborate with other educators
- Maintain a clean and tidy classroom consistent with health and safety standards
Requirements
- Proven experience as a Infant/Toddler or Preschool Teacher
- Excellent understanding of the principles of child development and preschool educational methods
- Familiarity with safety and sanitation guidelines for classrooms
- Excellent communication and instructional skills
- Ability to act as mediator between children
- Cool-tempered, friendly and reliable
- Balance between a creative mind and a practical acumen
- Certification in child CPR
- High School, CDA, or BSc/BA in education or relevant field
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- A supportive community of fellow educators
- Incredible parent support