Summary
Stepping Stone Academy is seeking teachers that are excited about Early Childhood Education, and must be capable of teaching a class of children in a manner consistent with the philosophy and the goals of the center.
This includes:
1.
Treating each child with dignity and respect.
2.
Planning and executing activities which will encourage each child's growth in the areas of emotional, social, cognitive, and physical development.
3.
Recognizing and considering the individual needs of each child in relation to cultural and socio-economic background, abilities, special talents and interests, style and pace of learning.
4.
Helping children learn to think creatively, to solve problems independently, and to respect themselves and others.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay Rate: $12.
00 (starting)
Duties
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Teaching a class of children in a manner consistent with the philosophy and the goals of the center.
This includes:
1.
Treating each child with dignity and respect.
2.
Planning and executing activities which will encourage each child's growth in the areas of emotional, social, cognitive, and physical development.
3.
Recognizing and considering the individual needs of each child in relation to cultural and socio-economic background, disabilities, special talents and interests, style and pace of learning.
4.
Helping children learn to think creatively, to solve problems independently, and to respect themselves and others.
Being responsible for the arrangement, d�cor, and learning environment of their classroom, keeping in mind that work done by the children should take precedence over decorations made by adults.
Being responsible for upkeep of educational materials and equipment.
Being responsible for reporting to the Director any equipment repairs or replacements needed, maintenance needed in the room or elsewhere in the building or on the playground, and supplies that need to be reordered.
Planning and carrying out conferences with the parents of the children in the class and keeping records on the children's development.
Helping with meals and snack times.
Generally promoting a good rapport among staff members and client families.
Attending all staff meetings and programs sponsored by the center.
Actively seeking to continuously update knowledge and skills by attending outside workshops/conferences whenever possible, becoming active in professional organizations when available, and constantly seeking new ideas and materials for use in the classroom with the children or to share with other staff members.
(Reimbursement potential*)
Maintaining the records that are required by center policy.
Maintaining strict confidentiality regarding children and their families.
Maintaining professional conduct, attitudes, and dress in working with parents and staff as well as visitors and the general public.
This includes using the proper channels to air problems or complaints.
Requirements
Qualifications :
Experience working with groups of preschool age children.
Must have ability to relate well to children and adults (parents as well as other staff members.
)
Must have the ability to supervise one or more assistant teachers.
Nice To Haves
C.
D.
A.
or degree in Early Childhood Education (or related field) preferred.
Professional reference letter.
Benefits
Flexible schedule
Paid time off
Professional development assistance & reimbursement potential