Early Childhood Educator-Head Teacher
$21 - $27 per hourCreative Starts Learning Center
Job Description
Job Description
About This Role
Job description:
Salary varies $21-$27 per hour based on experience and education credentials. Qualified Teaching Staff are eligible for up to $2,600 Bonus after 6 months.
We are seeking passionate Head Teachers, tasked with leading young learners through diverse educational activities. This includes introducing and guiding them through an engaging curriculum that comprises arts and crafts, independent play, storytelling sessions, and interactive class outings.
This position offers an opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of young children as an early childhood educator. If you are enthusiastic about working with preschool-aged children and are committed to creating a nurturing learning environment, we invite you to apply for this rewarding position as a Head Teacher.
Our company values our teachers, and we work to make sure they are well taken care of. We provide top tier competitive pay with generous increases and benefits including vacation and holiday pay. If applicable, we provide childcare to our staff at no cost .
At Creative Starts , you don't have to choose between big-company resources and a family feel. Our multi-location, family-run preschools offer the robust tools, competitive support, and opportunities for career growth of a large center—with the heart, personal touch, and welcoming atmosphere of a local school.
Skip the corporate grind and come work where you’re truly valued.
What You'll DoResponsibilities
- Develop and implement a developmentally appropriate lesson plans for young children.
- Plan and implement activities to meet the physical, emotional, intellectual, and social needs of the children in the program.
- Making sure that the classroom is clean, safe, and well-organized.
- Ensure children are supervised at all times.
- Establish routines and provide positive guidance.
- Discuss children’s development with parents.
- · Follow and implement NAEYC standards and curriculum
Qualifications
- Applicant must hold a Connecticut Head Teacher Certificate or will complete 12+ credits in Early Childhood Education within 1 year.
- At least 1 year of experience working with children.
- Associate or bachelor’s degree in early childhood education.
- Ability to work effectively with diverse staff and parents.
- Passion, idealism, integrity, positive attitude, mission-driven, and self-directed.
- CPR / First Aid certified.
- · Experience working with or familiarity with NAEYC accreditation standards and practices.
- Health Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Tuition Assistance
- Child Care Discount
- Professional Development
- Flexible Schedule
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