Preschool Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

About This Role

Join our Amazing team here at the Growing Tree!

Early Childhood Teacher

We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Early Childhood Teacher to join our team in Addison, VT.

What You'll Do

• Design and implement age-appropriate lesson plans and daily activities that stimulate curiosity and encourage exploration.
• Provide a safe, clean, and organized classroom environment that meets all state licensing and safety regulations.
• Assess and document each child's developmental progress, sharing regular updates and insights with parents and guardians.
• Foster a positive classroom culture by modeling kindness, respect, and effective communication skills.

• Know and follow CDD Child Care Licensing Regulations
• Being responsible for the care and supervision of children.
• Planning, preparing, and implementing a curriculum that aligns with the Vermont Early Learning Standards/TSG 
• Maintaining a clean and organized classroom.
• Healthy classroom management skills.
• Develop positive relationships with children, co-workers, families, and external personnel.
• Consistently come to work and be a positive team member.

• Associate's degree Prefered.
• Must pass a criminal background check & fingerprinting through the VT Child Care Development Division
• Infant/Child First Aid & CPR Certified or willing to take upon hire.
• Completed Vermont Orientation, Mandated Reporter, and Medication Administration trainings.
• Will need to have or take the Fundamentals Course: OR have related coursework.

• Experience working with diverse student populations and adapting curriculum for individualized learning needs.
• Knowledge of Vermont's Early Learning Standards (VELS) and specialized curriculum frameworks.
• Proficiency in digital communication platforms used for parent engagement and documentation.

• Five weeks of pre-scheduled paid Time Off
• Additional PTO
• Paid Snow Days
• Childcare Benefit-if we have available spots.