Teaching Assistant

Job description Espin Preschool is recruiting teachers for our Pre-K 3 children who participate in the Union Township Preschool Expansion program. The position is a 10-month. Espin Preschool is searching for individuals who are patient and compassionate to work with our PreK 3 classrooms. We are participants of Grow NJ-rated program that utilizes the Creative Curriculum program, coaching to fidelity, including their Gold Online assessment program. Anticipated start date of October 1st 2024 District Preschool Teacher Qualifications: NJ Teacher Certification with P-3 endorsement Knowledge of the Creative Curriculum and Gold/Coaching to Fidelity Knowledge of Early Childhood Classroom Management and Assessment Experience working with preschool students Ability to work collaboratively with staff, administration, and families By applying to this posting, you are requesting to be considered for a preschool teacher position in our center that is collaborating with the district. You are not applying to Union Public Schools. You will be contacted directly by Espin Preschool, the collaborating preschool. District Preschool Teacher Responsibilities Attend to children's basic needs and supervision Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order. Organize and lead activities designed to promote physical, mental, and social development, such as games, arts and crafts, music, storytelling, and field trips. Observe and evaluate children's performance, behavior, social development, and physical health using our online assessment program. Identify children showing signs of emotional, developmental, or health-related problems and discuss them with supervisors, parents or guardians, and child development specialists. Meet with parents and guardians to discuss their children's progress and needs, determine their priorities for their children, and suggest ways that they can promote learning and development. Enforce all administration policies and rules governing students. Arrange indoor and outdoor spaces to facilitate creative play, motor-skill activities, and safety in keeping with ECERS standards. Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations. Prepare lesson plans and reports on students and activities as required by the administration. Organize and label materials and display students' work in a manner appropriate for their ages and perceptual skills and in keeping with ECERS standards. Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops to maintain and improve professional competence. District Preschool Teacher Skills Proven experience as a Preschool Teacher Excellent understanding of the principles of child development and preschool educational methods Familiarity with safety and sanitation guidelines for classrooms Excellent communication and instructional skills Ability to act as a mediator between children Valid license to practice the profession Job Types: Full-time, Contract Salary: $64,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Vision insurance Schedule: 8-hour shift Monday to Friday Education: Bachelor's (Required) P3 Certification (Required) Experience: Early Childhood Education: 2 years (Required) Work Location: In person Job Types: Full-time, Contract Pay: $65,500.00 per year Benefits: Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Schedule: Monday to Friday License/Certification: Teaching Certification (Required) P3 certification (Required) Ability to Commute: Union, NJ 07083 (Required) Work Location: In person