Preschool Teacher

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionJob descriptionWe are looking for a qualified Preschool Teacher to prepare small children for kindergarten by easing them into organized education. You will teach them important elements that they will encounter soon after they enter school life. A preschool teacher must have a great love and patience for children. Qualifications needed to teach them effectively include knowledge of best practices and preschool educational methods as well as the ability to engage them and earn their trust and attention. The goal is to contribute to the healthy mental and emotional development of the child so they can more easily acclimate in the next level of education.ResponsibilitiesDevelop a careful and creative program suitable for preschool childrenEmploy a variety of educational techniques (storytelling, educational play, media etc.) to teach childrenObserve each child to help them improve their social competencies and build self-esteemEncourage children to interact with each other and resolve occasional argumentsGuide children to develop their artistic and practical capabilities through a carefully constructed curriculum (identify shapes, numbers or colors, do crafts etc.)Organize nap and snack hours and supervise children to ensure they are safe at all timesTrack children’s progress and report to parentsCommunicate with parents regularly to understand the children’s background and psycheCollaborate with other educatorsMaintain a clean and tidy classroom consistent with health and safety standardsSkillsAA degree or higher in Early Childhood Education or relevant field preferred99-hour MSDE Certification preferredProven experience as a Preschool TeacherExcellent understanding of the principles of child development and preschool educational methodsFamiliarity with safety and sanitation guidelines for classroomsExcellent communication and instructional skillsAbility to act as mediator between childrenCool-tempered, friendly and reliableBalance between a creative mind and a practical acumenCertification in child CPRValid licence to practice profession