Job Description
Summary The Mustard Seed Preschool is seeking a dedicated and passionate Preschool Teacher to join our early childhood education team as our lead teacher in the 3 year old classroom. The ideal candidate will have a genuine love for young children and God, a creative approach to teaching, and the ability to foster a nurturing and educational environment. This roughly 15 hours per week, part-time position requires working Monday, Wednesday and Friday 8:30am - 1:30pm and offers an hourly wage between $18.00 and $20.00 based upon experience and professional education. Prior experience working in a preschool, education, or daycare setting is required.
Duties - Coordinate and implement age-appropriate educational curriculum and activities that promote physical, social, emotional, and intellectual growth for preschool children based on developmentally appropriate learning standards.
- Create a safe, engaging, and inclusive classroom environment where children feel welcomed and supported.
- Assess the developmental needs of children and tailor activities to meet these needs in both individual and group settings.
- Foster positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
- Ensure a healthy classroom environment by maintaining classroom cleanliness and organization.
- Ensure compliance with all licensing regulations and school policies.
- Communicate effectively and frequently with parents regarding their child's progress, both in person and through digital communication through our ProCare app.
- Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, and professional development opportunities to ensure continuous quality improvement.
- Manage classroom behavior in a positive and constructive manner and supervise teacher assistants and classroom volunteers to ensure they are following planned activities, hygiene and safety standards
- Lead by example and collaborate with other teachers and staff to create a cohesive and supportive educational environment.
Requirements - CDA credentials, Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field preferred.
- Previous experience working with preschool-aged children as a lead teacher.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Creative, energetic, and patient with a passion for early childhood education.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
Nice To Haves - CPR and First Aid certification,
Benefits - Competitive hourly wage ($18.00 - $20.00 per hour).
- School holidays off.
- Summers off, unless looking for year-round employment.
- Discounted child care options.
- Free professional development opportunities.
- Supportive Christian work environment.
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Holiday work, Part time, Summer work, Monday to Friday,