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Early Childhood - Teacher

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Summary The Teacher is responsible for developing a cohesive teaching team, coordinating the curriculum, and managing the day‑to‑day operational activities of the classroom. Teachers must understand children's cognitive, social, emotional and physical development to ensure a safe and stimulating environment where children are actively engaged and encouraged to succeed. The Teacher must be skilled in communicating with both children and adults to meet the needs of the children, effectively guide teacher assistants, and resolve parental concerns.

Duties

Coordinate and implement educational curriculum by developing classroom activities based on developmentally appropriate practices and early learning standards

Lead by example; encourage teaching team success through modeling and coaching

Plan individual and group age‑appropriate activities to actively engage children and encourage social, cognitive and emotional growth

Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions, progress reports, and parent‑teacher conferences

Ensure all center policies and state regulations are met

Maintain a healthy classroom environment – including hygiene, cleanliness standards and safety and security of children

Supervise teacher assistants and classroom volunteers to ensure they are following planned activities, hygiene and safety standards

Maintain accurate records, forms and files

Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement

Requirements

Minimum of 2 years of professional child care experience

Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills

High energy and the ability to work well with others (staff, children and parents) and to foster a team environment

A strong understanding of child development

Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification

Must clear full background check and pass health screening

Associate’s Degree in early childhood education or related field of study with a minimum of 30 credits in ECE

Ability to take frequent walks, use hands and fingers, handle objects, tools or controls, talk to and hear voices at many levels; may also require kneeling, bending, squatting or crawling

Vision requirements: see up close, see up to a certain distance, see colors, have peripheral vision and depth perception

Excellent leadership, organizational and interpersonal skills

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Job Details

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Education and Training

Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting

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