Job descriptionDo you love working with young children? Do you have a passion for teaching and guiding young minds? We are looking for you!Goal: To plan and implement an ongoing program of activities that promote the social, emotional, cognitive and physical development of each child, in accordance with the Primrose Balanced Learning® approach to teaching and learningQualifications:
Must meet basic requirements of local child care regulatory agency
Previous teaching or assistant teaching position in a licensed early childhood program preferred
Knowledge of the social, emotional and creative needs of young children
Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs. in connection with the handling of children for the facilitation of programs, child safety, and potential emergency situations
Infant - Preschool Teachers: 2 year degree in early childhood or related field preferred
Benefits:
Healthcare Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision; 50% Employer contribution
Paid Time Off
Sick Time
Paid Holidays
Weekends and Evenings off
Quarterly and Annual Bonuses
Skill Sets:
Coachable
Competent and confident
High integrity
Good listening and follow-up skills
Able to work with others harmoniously
High coping capabilities
Solution and detail-oriented
Strong organizational skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Responsibilities:
Is responsible for the overall supervision and daily class functions of a group of children.
Observes all rules and regulations at Primrose School of Avon and the local, state or national regulatory agencies pertaining to the health, safety and care of children.
Assesses each child's developmental needs on an ongoing basis.
Implements the approved lesson plans and daily classroom schedule in accordance with the Primrose Balanced Learning® curriculum and programming.
Plans with a member of the Leadership Team the parent-teacher conferences and student evaluations.
Maintains an attractive, well-kept classroom that encourages children to create, explore and make decisions with confidence.
Provides verbal recognition and acceptance to children while providing clear and consistent expectations for the children's behavior.
Accepts responsibility for maintenance and necessary housekeeping duties of the classroom, common use areas and playgrounds.
Attends all required staff meetings, workshops and/or school functions.
Maintains overall professional personal appearance adhering to the guidelines offered in the Primrose School of Avon Employee Handbook
Assists in other capacities that Director, or designee, determines is necessary.
