Job Description

The Sewanee Children's Center is seeking a full-time teacher for our preschool program.

The Sewanee Children's Center's goal is to provide a safe and loving environment that is sensitive to the physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development of our children. We foster an enthusiasm for discovery and life-long learning. The teachers of SCC currently provide developmentally appropriate teaching and learning for children ages two to five years old in the preschool program and for children in kindergarten through third grade in the afterschool program, and SCC will extend the program to include infants and toddlers in August.

The teacher's responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

Caring for and meeting the basic needs of children between the ages of approximately twelve months through four years old, including assistance with feeding and diapering. Creating a respectful, nurturing, and language rich environment that fosters the development of independence, allows for exploration through the senses, and meets the individual needs of the children in your care. Under the guidance of the Director, maintaining a neat, orderly, and curated classroom environment, as well as ensuring the sanitation and cleanliness of the children's space and learning materials. Encouraging a trusting relationship between yourself and the families of the children through frequent and thorough communication about the child's daily experiences, schedules, and development. This includes respecting the confidentiality of all children and families. Familiarizing oneself with the developmental milestones in the domains of emotional, social, cognitive, and physical development. Recognizing and considering the individual needs of each child in relation to cultural and socio-economic background, disabilities, special talents and interests, and style and pace of learning. Supporting the mission of the school by becoming familiar with and ascribing to the constructivist practices in early childhood education. Working collaboratively with other teachers at the center, and respecting the confidentiality of all colleagues. Becoming familiar with and following DHS rules and regulations and complete minimum state required training hours, including CPR certification Willingness to undergo and pass a state background check.
Candidates should be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma and have experience working with children (preferably in a childcare center.)

SCC is a non-profit 501(c) (3) organization located at 216 University Avenue. Please find more information online at sewaneechildrenscenter.com.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $14.00 - $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount Paid time off
Work Location: In person