Early Childhood Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

The Early Childhood Teacher supports a mixed-age classroom through play-based learning, collaborating within a co-teaching team to promote children’s development, safety, and well-being. This role builds strong partnerships with families, documents each child’s progress, and contributes to a nurturing, engaging learning environment.

 

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver play-based learning activities for a mixed-age classroom.
• Manage the classroom environment and provide positive behavior guidance.
• Supervise children and maintain compliance with child safeguarding and safety requirements.
• Observe, assess, and document child development and learning progress.
• Maintain daily observations, developmental portfolios, and individual learning plans.
• Communicate daily updates with families and foster ongoing family engagement.
• Collaborate with the co-teaching team on curriculum development and classroom practices.
• Maintain accurate records and support children’s developmental needs with patience and care.

 

Required Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in early childhood education.
• State teaching certification or an early childhood credential.
• Knowledge of early childhood education and child development assessment.
• Skills in curriculum development, classroom management, and behavior guidance.
• Knowledge of child safeguarding practices.
• Strong family communication and observation skills.
• Patience and the ability to collaborate effectively within a team.

 

Preferred Qualifications

• Interest in paid professional development opportunities.
• Commitment to leadership pathways and credential advancement.
• Avail until 6:00 p.m.