Experienced PreSchool/ PreK Teacher

Preschool/ Pre-K Teacher

Creative World School Cypress TX is seeking an experienced Preschool/ Pre-K Teacher to join our school family! A successful candidate must:

1. have had at least 3 years of Early Years Teaching experience (with children of 3 months to 5 years of age) in a Licensed Childcare Center;
2. possess a CDA, or Associate, or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education.
3. have good mental and physical health; be able to communicate effectively (verbal and written) and have a positive, smiling attitude.

Your application may be disqualified if you have insufficient experience and qualifications. Please read the job duties and responsibilities outlined below carefully. Your application may be disqualified if you cannot demonstrate the abilities and skills required for the position.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Greet the children and their parents warmly and with enthusiasm each day.
• Maintain a safe and stimulating environment for young children.
• Ensure children are supervised at all times.
• Plan and develop activities to meet the physical, emotional, intellectual and social needs of the children in the classroom.
• Provide activities and opportunities that encourage curiosity, exploration, and problem-solving appropriate to the development levels of the children.
• Prepare, in advance, and implement the planned curriculum activities.
• Document the children's curriculum experiences through displays and pictures.
• Conduct ongoing assessments and collect work samples and documentation for each child's portfolio.
• Maintain all required record keeping such as transition sheets, daily sheets, medication forms, portfolio and assessments, accident and incident reports, etc.
• Establish routines and use positive and constructive guidance methods to reinforce appropriate behavior.
• Work cooperatively and effectively as a team member by communicating and contributing information continuously.
• Maintain positive informal and formal communication with families daily.
• Maintain open, friendly, and cooperative relationships with each child's family and encourage their involvement in the program.
• Demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible.
• Continue professional development through attending workshops, conferences and other staff development.
• Report to the Director or Leadership team any special needs or concerns with children, parents or other staff members.
• Perform general custodial responsibilities for a classroom.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Experience working in an early childhood facility.
• Knowledge and experience working with young children.
• Knowledge of First Aid as well as Infant and Child CPR.
• Ability to be perceptive and aware of all children in your care at all times.
• Understanding of child development and early childhood developmental milestones.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of children, families, co-workers, and the school.
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable to meet the needs of the children and the school.
• Meet education and experience requirements of state licensing regulations.

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

• Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written).
• Ability to see children and their environment and hear all types of sounds.
• Ability to maintain emotional control under stress.
• Ability to routinely lift up to 40 pounds, move furniture, sit on the floor or child-sized furniture, and sustain long hours of active work such as bending, standing, or walking.
• Willingness to work in an environment where they may come in contact with children who are ill and/or contagious.
• Be prepared to handle accidents and emergencies at any time.

When you join our team, you have the opportunity to instill a love of learning in the hearts and minds of the children in your care. We believe in curiosity and asking questions as the foundation of our dynamic curriculum. We work together to bring the joy of discovery to every child! Does this sound like you? Come meet us! We'd love to meet you!

Compensation: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour