Early Childhood Educator
ElevatEd
- Pittsburgh, PA
- $40,000-45,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Monday-Thursday: 7:30-3:45, Friday: 7:30-2:45
- End of August-Beginning of June
- Lead and oversee the daily care, learning, and development of toddlers and young children, ensuring a safe, engaging, and supportive classroom.
- Plan and implement engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons and activities for toddlers and young children.
- Foster a positive and nurturing classroom environment that promotes children's social-emotional development.
- Observe and assess children's progress and development, and communicate effectively with parents and caregivers.
- Collaborate with co-teachers and staff on curriculum, routines, and classroom strategies.
- Use positive guidance techniques to encourage cooperation and self-regulation.
- Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of all children in the program.
- Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field preferred.
- Previous experience working with young children in a childcare or early education setting.
- Knowledge of early childhood development principles and best practices.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
- CPR and First Aid certification preferred.
- Salary Range: $40,000-45,000
- Comprehensive benefits package including health and dental insurance and retirement savings plan.
- Professional development opportunities.
- 9 days of paid time off and approximately 4 weeks of paid holiday closures.
- A supportive and collaborative work environment