Job Description

Introduction:

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Preschool Teacher to join our team and provide high-quality education and care to young children. The Preschool Teacher will be responsible for developing and implementing lesson plans, supervising and interacting with children, and maintaining a safe and nurturing environment. The successful candidate will have strong communication and problem-solving skills and be able to work collaboratively with other team members.



General Functions: Under the guidance of the Site Supervisor, the Teacher provides quality primary care giving for children in a safe and supervised early care and educational setting. Promotes the social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development of children in the program, develops individual goals for children, provides screenings and ongoing assessments; follows all agency policies, procedures, and other applicable Federal and State regulations to accomplish the program goals and objectives.

Child Development and Care

Create and implement age-appropriate lesson plans and activities for preschool children Provide a safe and nurturing environment for children to learn and grow Foster social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development through play and structured activities Use effective communication skills to interact with children, parents, and staff Manage classroom behavior and promote positive discipline techniques Assess the developmental needs of each child and provide individualized support as needed Collaborate with other teachers and staff to plan and coordinate classroom activities Maintain a clean and organized classroom environment This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may perform other related job duties as assigned

Curriculum and Assessments

Develop and utilize integrated curriculum plans that reflect mandated program components, cultural influences, and family input.


Prepare Classroom materials and create engaging learning centers


Conduct developmental screenings and assessments in partnership with families


Analyze child outcome data and develop individualized plans for each child


Maintain documentation of classroom activities, assessments, and significant issues.

Family Engagement

Maintain open, friendly, and cooperative relationships with families. Encourage families to participate actively in their child's development.

Promote positive parent-child interactions and bonding.
Communicate regularly with parents regarding each child's progress. Conduct parent-teacher conferences to review assessments, share educational strategies, and discuss goals.

Collaboration and Professionalism

+ Maintain a positive, calm, and professional demeanor; model this attitude for staff, volunteers, and parents.
+ Participate in team meetings to plan and coordinate services across program components.
+ Collaborate with other teachers, the center supervisor, program leadership, parents, and volunteers to plan and implement activities.
+ Protect children from any form of physical punishment or verbal abuse; report any such incidents immediately.
+ Participate in the agency's continuous quality improvement efforts.
+ Maintain confidentiality of all records and family information

Compliance and Administrative Duties

+ Ensure compliance with Title 22 and Title 5 regulations and program policies.
+ Conduct daily meal counts and verify sign-in sheets.
+ Complete DRDP Assessment and Monthly observations and documentation, reports, and other administrative tasks accurately and in a timely manner.
+ Perform additional duties as needed to meet program requirements

Education & Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field 24 Units of ECE/CD, including core courses, plus 16 General Education (GE) units Or AA or Higher in ECE/CD or related field with 3 units of supervised field experience in an ECE/CD setting Teacher Permit Required issued by CTC Minimum of 2 years of experience as a preschool teacher or in a similar role Strong communication and problem-solving skills both verbal and written Ability to effectively manage a classroom and promote positive behavior Knowledge of child welfare guidelines and regulations Experience in physical education activities for young children a plus Ability to adapt teaching methods to mee the needs of diverse learners. Ability to multitask and handle a high-volume workload Ability to work collaboratively with other team members

Other Considerations:

Must be able to perform light physical work, including lifting and carrying children weighing 14-30 pounds. Requires bending, crouching, kneeling, and other movements to meet children's needs. Ability to maintain performance under pressure and handle stress professionally. Must contribute to a work environment that is safe and free from unpleasant conditions. Successful completion of a pre-employment physical and TB risk assessment required. Must pass background checks through DOJ, FBI, and CACI.

Perks:

Competitive salary Paid time off Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) retirement plan (US only), Employer RRSP match (Canada only) Professional development opportunities * Positive and supportive work environment