Preschool Teacher

Preschool Teacher

Kiddie Academy has an opening for a dynamic, caring and flexible person to join us as a Preschool Teacher. This is a vital position requiring a positive attitude, creativity, collaboration, and most of all the versatility to work in any of our classrooms with children ranging from 6-weeks through school age. Dependability is a required trait as children rely on their teacher to be present every day. As a Kiddie Academy employee, you'll be a valued member of a passionate team of child care professionals who make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families in our community every day.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for planning and implementing proprietary curriculum, and completing assessments and reports for the children
• Creates activities and opportunities that encourage curiosity, exploration and problem solving
• Helps and supervises children during all activities
• Counsels children when social, academic, or adjustment problems arise
• Ensures that the appearance, cleanliness, and safe environment of the classroom are appropriately maintained
• Helps children with meal times and clean-up
• Helps with all academy and classroom paperwork, such as daily notes, student accident reports, and attendance reports
• Attends and participates in staff meetings, academy events, and parent meetings as requested
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Must meet all requirements stipulated by the state for this position
• Must demonstrate strong dependability with consistent attendance
• Able to adapt to teaching in any of the Academy classrooms
• A high school diploma or equivalent and be at least 18 years old
• Presents a pleasant/friendly demeanor and an outgoing personality
• Highly professional and reliable
• Must be able to interact appropriately with students of all ages and skill levels as well as with parents, coworkers, and management
• Must be able to lift no less than 40 pounds on a consistent basis throughout the workday to at least waist high
• Must be able to work closing shift 9-6