Early Childhood Preschool Teacher

Summary

A Pre-K (Preschool or Pre-Kindergarten) Teacher is responsible for providing a nurturing and educational environment for young children typically aged 3 to 5 years old.
Pre-K teachers play a pivotal role in a child's early development by fostering social, emotional, cognitive, and physical growth. They create a structured and engaging
curriculum to prepare children for kindergarten while ensuring their safety, well-being, and individualized growth.

Duties

Curriculum Development:

• Create and implement age-appropriate lesson plans that promote early learning in areas such as literacy, numeracy, science, and social skills.
• Develop a balanced curriculum that includes play-based and hands-on activities to enhance cognitive and motor skills.

Classroom Management:

• Maintain a safe, orderly, and organized classroom environment conducive to learning.
• Manage classroom behavior and encourage positive social interactions among students.

Individualized Learning:

• Assess the developmental needs and progress of each child, adapting teaching strategies accordingly.
• Provide one-on-one support to children with special needs or those requiring additional attention.

Parent Communication:

• Establish regular communication with parents or guardians to share updates on children's progress, activities, and development.
• Conduct parent-teacher conferences to discuss goals, achievements, and areas for improvement.

Health and Safety:

• Ensure the health and safety of all students by following health guidelines, maintaining cleanliness, and responding to medical needs as necessary.
• Implement emergency procedures and drills to prepare for unexpected situations.

Creative Activities:

• Organize creative and artistic activities, such as arts and crafts, music, and storytelling, to stimulate imagination and self-expression.

Team Collaboration:

• Collaborate with other teachers and support staff to plan school-wide events, activities, and professional development.

Continuous Professional Development:

• Stay updated on current best practices and educational trends in early childhood education through training, workshops, and professional development opportunities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field (required).
• State-issued teaching certification or licensure (varies by location).
• CPR and First Aid certification (often required).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, empathy, and a genuine love for working with young children.
• Ability to adapt teaching methods to individual learning styles.
• Knowledge of child development principles and early childhood education techniques.
• Background check and fingerprinting (often required).
• Immunization records and health screenings (often required).
• Teaching experience in a Pre-K or early childhood setting (preferred).

Nice To Haves

• Bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education or related field of study with a minimum of 30 credits in ECE.

• Childhood Development Associate

Benefits

• Select Paid holidays, accrued time off

• TECTA or Child Development Associate with opportunities of furthering education.