Preschool Teacher

Job Description

Position Overview:

We are currently seeking a full time preschool teacher to work with children 18 months to 3 years old. He/She will work closely with other teachers and the director to plan and implement a developmentally & age appropriate play-based child-centered curriculum.

Candidate will be energetic, displaying a professional demeanor at all times, self-starter, well versed in early childhood development teaching techniques and must have the ability to lead and assist in classroom management.

Responsibilities:

• Interacting with children ages 18 months - 3 years old
• Prepare and implement age appropriate curriculum
• Effective and professional communication with staff and parents
• Work closely with staff members in the development and implementation of a comprehensive and developmentally appropriate play-based child-centered curriculum

Requirements:

• At least 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED required
• 12 ECE units completed required (courses: Child Growth and Development, Child Family Community, Curriculum theories methods and materials. If applying for an Infant/Toddler position the Infant/Toddler care class is required as one of the curriculum courses. *Transcripts will be required at time of hire.
• CDA or higher level of education required
• At least six months of experience working in a childcare setting: daycare or preschool required
• Demonstrated knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices (DAP) required
• Pediatric CPR & First Aid certificate
• Mandated Report training certificate
• Sexual harassment prevention training
• Pesticide Management training certificate in the school and child care settings
• LiveScan
• TB tested
• MMR and Tdap
• Strong classroom management skills
• Positive and enthusiastic attitude
• Nurturing and caring personality
• Dependability and flexibility to meet needs of school

Pluses:

• A.A./B.A. degree with an emphasis on Early Childhood Education preferred 2+ years experience
• Bilingual in Cantonese, Mandarin, Spanish, Tagalog, Russian, or any other language
• Ability to sing, dance, teach yoga or play a musical instrument
• Artistic - ability to teach drawing, painting, sculpting, etc.
• Athletic - ability to play and teach one or more sports

Benefits: For full time employees only

• Excellent Paid Days off Package
• Medical
• Dental

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $21-$28/hour

Seabird is an equal-opportunity employer

COVID-19 considerations:

We currently adhere to all required safety protocols during COVID for child care centers

Work Remotely - No