Co-Teacher, half-day 1-3 yr olds

Job Description

Job Description

About This Role

We are looking for educators who value relationships, see children as capable and curious learners, and bring both intention and joy into their classroom each day.

2nd Presbyterian Weekday School is hiring a co-teacher for our Toddler Classroom and 2s Classroom for the 2026-2027 school year! We are looking for passionate and creative early childhood educators to join our teaching community. 2nd Pres. believes learning starts with safe and healthy relationships between teachers and children. From there, our curriculum is a balance of supporting developmental milestones and supporting children's interests through hands-on, experiential learning. We serve children 6 weeks through kindergarten and utilize our beautiful building and outdoor campus for all ages.

We offer co-teaching positions to candidates with a degree and classroom experience, mentorship positions for those excited to get started in the early childhood education field, and after school positions for those interested in working our After Care (3:00-5:00) program. Our program runs from the end of August through May, and we follow a traditional school calendar including Christmas and Spring break. Our staff and faculty receive a paycheck year-round. Hours available: Half Day (8:45–12:45) or Full Day (8:45–3:15)

• In weekly planning sessions, coordinate and implement educational curriculum by developing classroom activities based on developmentally appropriate practices and early learning standards with your co-teacher or mentor teacher.
• Lead by example; encourage teaching team success through modeling and coaching.
• Plan individual and group age-appropriate activities to actively engage children and encourage social, cognitive and emotional growth.
• Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions, progress reports, parent night events and parent-teacher conferences.
• Ensure all center policies and state regulations are met.
• Ensure a healthy classroom environment - including maintaining appropriate hygiene and cleanliness standards and safety and security of children.
• Maintain accurate records, forms and files.
• Maintain a personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.

• Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
• High energy and the ability to work well with others (staff, children, and parents) and to foster a team environment.
• An understanding of child development.
• Must clear a full background check and must pass health screening.
• Requirements include the ability to take frequent walks, carry and pick up a child, use hands and fingers, handle objects, tools or controls, talk to and hear voices at many levels. May also be required to kneel, bend, squat or crawl.
• A specific vision ability will be required including the ability to see up close and up to a certain distance, to see colors, have peripheral vision and depth perception.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

• Minimum of 2 years of professional childcare experience preferred.
• Associate's degree in early childhood education or related field of study with a minimum of 30 Credits in early childhood education preferred.
• Bachelor 's Degree in education or related field of study.
• Salary is commensurate with degree and experience.

Position Details:

The school year runs from August through May, following a traditional academic calendar.

This Half Day Co-Teacher position is Monday–Friday, approximately 20+ hours per week, with hours from 8:45 AM – 12:45 PM .

Financial Benefits

• Sick Leave
• Retirement Plan
• Professional Development
• Tuition Support for Staff Children: Children of staff may attend the school (space permitting). Registration fees are waived, and partial tuition scholarships may be available.
• Complimentary Extended Day Care: Enrolled children of staff may attend extended day programming at no cost when the staff member is working during those hours.
• Retirement Benefits: Staff working an average of 20+ hours per week are eligible to participate in a SIMPLE IRA. Employee contributions are unlimited, and 2nd Presbyterian provides a dollar-for-dollar match up to 3% of wages .

Work Environment & Additional Benefits

• Strong Teacher-Child Ratios: We prioritize low ratios to support meaningful relationships and high-quality classroom experiences.
• Specialist Support: Classrooms are enriched by additional staff including a Music Teacher, Movement Teacher, Art Specialist, and Early Interventionist. A Speech-Language Pathologist is also available as needed.
• Paid Time Off: Personal days are included in most contracts, and bereavement leave is available to all staff.
• Professional Growth: Ongoing education incentives are available. The school also covers registration fees for relevant early childhood conferences (such as LECA, KECA, SECA, and NAEYC) as well as required CPR and pediatric first aid training.
• Family-Friendly Environment: Staff may have their enrolled preschool-aged children with them before and after school hours.
• Year-Round Pay: Although the program follows an academic calendar (including Christmas and Spring Breaks), staff receive consistent pay throughout the year.

Classroom & Daily Support

• Each classroom is provided with a petty cash fund , ensuring teachers are not expected to purchase classroom materials out-of-pocket.
• Access to shared resources including a laminating machine, copier, and a dedicated classroom computer for planning, documentation, and communication.
• Teachers are encouraged to utilize shared spaces such as the library, atrium, and other areas of campus for quiet breaks and lunch.

Community & Culture

• A supportive and appreciative community, including a week-long Teacher Appreciation celebration and regular staff luncheons hosted by board members and families.