Licensed Preschool teacher

Job Description

Job Description

About This Role

ABC & LOL Childcare Center is a 5-STAR Universal Prekindergarten (UPK) program proudly serving families in Vermont’s Northeast Kingdom. We are excited to welcome a caring, enthusiastic, and dedicated early childhood professional who values meaningful relationships and high-quality preschool experiences.

The ideal candidate holds a current Vermont teaching license and has at least two years of classroom experience , along with a genuine passion for supporting young children’s growth through engaging, developmentally appropriate, and joyful learning.

What You'll Do

• clear communication with coworkers and families
• time management
• demonstrate appropriate behaviors and communication skills to children
• consistent job attendance
• foster positive relationships with children and families
• plan weekly and execute classroom activities to help promote age-appropriate learning
• maintain a current list of food sensitivities/feeding schedule and children's specific needs and any particulars
• fill out daily reports for parents, including any incident and/or accident reports
• work with assistant teacher to maintain a clean, safe, and engaging workspace
• create a monthly newsletter for families to communicate upcoming events and classroom activities
• hold parent/teacher conferences twice a year
• complete TS Gold assessments UPK
• work in collaboration with fellow preschool teachers to create a cohesive team and shared curriculum

Requirements

The right candidate will need a bachelor's in Early Childhood Education, Special education, or other related field and a current VT state license with the correct certification. They must also hold a minimum of 2 years of experience in the field.

As per center policy, all employees must complete a minimum of 50 hours professional development yearly, maintain current 1st aid and CPR certification, and complete the following trainings:

VT orientation training

Mandated reporting

Medication administration

Basic specialized care

Please be prepared to provide your transcript, current resume and three letters of reference.

All guidelines and policies outlined in the employee handbook must also be followed, including being familiar with the Child Care Licensing Regulations set forth by the State of Vermont. All employees must be able to pass a background records check and fingerprint check.. 

Nice To Haves

Strong classroom management and positive behavior guidance skills

Experience supporting children with diverse learning needs or individualized education plans

Knowledge in trauma informed care and social emotional learning

Creative skills in art, music, STEM and outdoor learning

Flexibility to assist with school events, field trips, etc

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Paid Leave
• Sick Leave
• Retirement Plan
• Child Care Discount
• Professional Development
• Earned sick time, following VT sick leave policy
• Earned paid time off (two weeks paid vacation after one year employment for fulltime employees)
• Paid holidays
• Retirement plan
• Healthcare plan
• HSA contribution
• Gym Membership
• Child Care Tax Contribution paid by employer
• Paid Professional Development opportunities
• Higher Education support