Job Description

Summary

Join Our Team as an Early Childhood Associate Teacher!
Are you passionate about nurturing young minds and making a positive impact on the lives of children? We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Early Childhood Associate Teacher to join our dynamic team!

Duties

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement engaging, age-appropriate play-based curriculum and activities.
• Assist lead teachers in planning and implementing age-appropriate curriculum and activities.
• Create a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment for all children.
• Foster positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.
• Support children?s social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development.
• Observe and assess children's development and document their progress.
• Communicate effectively with parents and caregivers about their child's experiences and development.
• Collaborate with other educators and staff to create a cohesive educational experience.
• Maintain classroom cleanliness and organization.
• Observe and document children?s progress and communicate effectively with parents and guardians.
• Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, and professional development opportunities.
• Stay current with best practices in early childhood education and attend professional development opportunities.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or related field (or working towards completion).
• Experience working with young children in a play-based setting.
• Strong understanding of child development principles and play-based learning.
• Previous experience working with young children in a classroom setting is preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to create a supportive and engaging learning environment.
• Patience, creativity, and a genuine love for working with children.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• CPR and First Aid certification (preferred).

Nice To Haves

• Degree or certification in Early Childhood Education or a related field.

Benefits

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary..
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Paid time off and holidays. All major holidays and a week paid during Christmas.
• Tuition reimbursement for further education in the field.
• Staff incentives.

**Salary is based on experience and education.**

Job Tags

Full time,

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