PreKindergarten Teacher

Primrose School of Avon

PreKindergarten Teacher

Avon, OH
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k)

    Dental insurance

    Health insurance

    Paid time off

    Vision insurance

    JOB DESCRIPTION

    The Pre-Kindergarten Teacher is responsible for general classroom management and supervision, which includes the personal care, hygiene, and positive discipline of the children. He or she plans and implements activities for children that help physical, social, and emotional growth and provides materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate, and use, both in learning activities and in active play. The Teacher prepares materials and classrooms for class activities and conducts all activities in a safe, organized, and productive manner.

    The ideal candidate has a college degree in Early Childhood Education and or shared experience in a similar environment. Candidates must meet all state requirements for classroom teaching positions, must maintain state in-service requirements, and must be physically able to interact with children on a day to day basis (stoop and bend, lift up to 30 pounds, etc.). Certifications in Child/Infant CPR and First Aid, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and good computer skills required, but we will provide training for staff member who do not hold these certificates.

    RESPONSIBILITIES

    Develops, documents, and maintains a variety of fun and educational programs and activities

    Interacts with children at their level (stoop and bend) both physically and verbally throughout the day

    Evaluates and analyzes student learning

    Maintains records of students and their progress

    Observes and responds to children’s needs, emergencies, and conflicts that might occur in a classroom, on the playground, in bathrooms, or in common areas

    Helps children with personal hygiene and with keeping classroom clean and organized

    Manages supplies and ensures orderly work areas

    Meets with parents, staff, and administration and attends staff meetings and other events as needed/requested

    Performs other duties as assigned

    QUALIFICATIONS

    College degree in Early Childhood Education required

    Must meet all state qualifications for classroom teaching positions and maintain state in-service requirements

    Excellent communication, customer service, and problem solving skills, including the ability to maintain composure under stress

    Able to interact with students of all ages and skill levels

    Highly professional and dependable

    Pleasant/friendly demeanor and an outgoing personality

    Able to bend, kneel, squat, stand, and lift heavy objects as needed

    Proficient computer and internet skills

    BENEFITS

    -Benefits (Health/Wellness Bonus, Short-Term Disability) - Paid holidays - Paid vacation/sick days -Retirement (IRA) Plan with company match

    Medial, vision, & Dental Insurance

    Paid Holidays

    Paid Vacations

    Bonus opportunities

    Paid Sick leave

    Job Type: Full-time

    Benefits:

    401(k)

    Employee discount

    Health insurance

    Paid time off

    Referral program

    Schedule:

    8 hour shift

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