Certified Preschool Teacher
hace 3 días
Parlin
Job Description Looking for a certified preschool teacher for a state funded PreK for 3 and 4 year olds. Responsible for implementing a program of activities (using the Tools of the Mind curriculum) that promotes the social-emotional, cognitive and physical development of each child enrolled in a group in accordance with NJ Preschool Teaching & Learning Standards; leading to mastery of Kindergarten Readiness Skills. CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt, 10-Month REPORTS TO: Director, Master Teacher COORDINATES WITH: Director, Teacher Assistant GENERAL REQUIREMENTS • Must demonstrate experience and interest in working with young children, parents, and volunteers., • Must demonstrate a strong knowledge of appropriate practices in early childhood development including working with parents., • Must demonstrate success in working as a member of a team., • Must have effective and strong communication skills (orally and written). ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES • Plan and maintain a well-organized, safe, clean, learning environment conducive to the optimal growth and development of children and assure the well being and safety of the children in his/her care., • Observe and document each child’s learning and development; maintain current (no less than weekly) documentation in electronic student portfolio., • Fully implement the Tools of the Mind curriculum and Preschool Program standards in accordance with the policies and procedures, regulations and guidelines set forth, including developmentally appropriate practices for a high-quality preschool program., • Develop Teacher Assistant lesson plans., • Provide guidance to all volunteers and unpaid interns., • Implement Positive Behavior Support strategies and behavior plans., • Ensure daily attendance records are maintained and accurately reported to office at the end of the month., • Complete quarterly assessment checkpoints and conduct family conferences to discuss children’s developmental progress, needs and interests., • Participate in staff meetings, center activities, and staff training as required., • Perform other duties as required or assigned. PHYSICAL CAPABILITIES • Be able to lift 25-30 lbs., • Be able to walk, squat/kneel, sit on floor, see, hear, and speak with children to ensure children’s health and safety. Qualifications MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: (Must be fully met in order to qualify for position) • Bachelors in Early Childhood Education or related field, • This is a State Funded Pre-K: must have license to teach in the State of NJ with a Preschool through Third Grade or Certificate of Eligibility/Certificate of Eligibility with Advanced Standing, • Proficient computer skills, including data base systems, and access to email and internet., • Ability to speak, read, write, comprehend, process, interpret follow and carry out instructions spoken in the English language and written in a variety of documents and reference relevant to the job. OTHER Successfully pass: Physical Screening Criminal Background Check Child Abuse Record Check Job Type: Full-time Pay: $57,000 - $60,000 per year Experience: • Lead Teaching in State-Funded Preschool Program: (Preferred), • Tools of the Mind Curriculum (Preferred but not required) Education: • Bachelor's (Required) License: • NJ Preschool - Third Grade (CE, CEAS or Standard) (Required) Work authorization: • United States (Required) Work Location: • One location This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is: • Dependable -- more reliable than spontaneous, • People-oriented -- enjoys interacting with people and working on group projects, • Detail-oriented -- would rather focus on the details of work than the bigger picture, • Achievement-oriented -- enjoys taking on challenges, even if they might fail Schedule: • Monday to Friday 7:20 a.m. to 2:20 p.m. We follow the district school calendar Job Type: Contract Work Location: In person