Preschool Teacher
Little Newtons - Elmwood Park
Job Description
Job Description
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Employee discounts
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
At Little Newtons, we foster a nurturing, creative environment where children thrive. We’re looking for passionate Teachers to inspire young learners, ensure classroom excellence, and make a meaningful impact every day. Why Join Us?
- Supportive Team : Work in a collaborative, family-like atmosphere where your contributions are valued.
- Professional Growth : Access ongoing training, development programs, and opportunities for career advancement.
- Work-Life Balance : Enjoy consistent weekday schedules with paid training days.
- Engaging Spaces : Bright, organized classrooms filled with high-quality materials and tools for creative learning.
- Purpose-Driven Work : Make a real impact on children’s lives while supporting their unique learning journeys.
- State of the Art Curriculum : Work with an innovative curriculum that follows the child-directed model.
- Inspire Learning : Plan and implement engaging, hands-on activities in art, music, literature, science, and more, fostering cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development.
- Create a Safe Space : Supervise all activities, maintain clean and organized classrooms, and ensure safety protocols are always followed.
- Connect with Families : Share updates, observations, and evidence of learning using tools like our Kindertales app. Conduct bi-annual parent conferences and address family concerns positively.
- Promote Growth : Observe, document, and celebrate each child’s development while tailoring lessons to individual needs, interests, and learning styles.
- Uphold Compliance : Follow state licensing standards, conduct emergency drills, and complete necessary paperwork, including incident reports and daily logs.
- Lead the Team : Mentor classroom assistants, maintain classroom procedures, and collaborate with the leadership team on continuous improvements.
- Foster Community : Create positive relationships with parents, colleagues, and children to support a warm, inclusive learning environment.
- Education & Experience : High School Diploma/GED +; CDA or higher preferred; Refer to state requirements for lead or assistant teacher qualifications
- Certifications : CPR, First Aid (or willingness to obtain). A Child Development Associate (CDA) credential is a plus.
- Strong understanding of child development and classroom management.
- Creativity and flexibility to adapt lessons for diverse learners.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage families and team members.
- Ability to organize and prioritize tasks in a dynamic environment.
- Competitive pay
- Opportunities for professional growth, including training and certification support.
- A supportive leadership team that prioritizes your success.
- Collaborative, fun work culture with a focus on teamwork.
- Paid time off, paid training sessions, and a positive work-life balance.
- Full Time employees qualify for health, vision and dental, as well as 10 paid Holidays.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds, kneel, crawl, and respond quickly to children’s needs.
- Maintain focus, learn new tasks independently, and problem-solve effectively.
- Participate actively in all classroom and outdoor activities.
If you’re a caring, energetic educator with a passion for early childhood development, we’d love to meet you! Join the Little Newtons family today and be part of something extraordinary. Little Newtons is an equal opportunity employer committed to a positive work environment.
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