Early Childhood Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

About This Role

Preschool Teacher

Come join our amazing team at the Growing Tree!

We are seeking a nurturing and creative Preschool Teacher to join our early childhood education team in Addison, VT. We are specifically looking for someone with preschool experience.

What You'll Do

• Plan and implement age-appropriate, play-based curricula that align with Vermont Early Learning Standards (VELS).
• Cultivate a warm, inclusive classroom environment where children feel safe, valued, and encouraged to explore.
• Observe and assess individual child development to tailor activities and support diverse learning needs.
• Maintain regular, open communication with parents and guardians regarding daily activities, milestones, and progress.

Requirements

• Sound understanding of early childhood development principles and positive guidance techniques.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and collaborative skills.

What You'll Do

• Know and follow CDD Child Care Licensing Regulations
• Planning, preparing, and implementing a curriculum that aligns with the Vermont Early Learning Standards/TSG 
• Healthy classroom management skills.
• Maintaining a clean and organized classroom.
• Develop positive relationships with children, co-workers, families, and external personnel.
• Constantly shows up and wants to work as part of a team.

Requirements

• Professional experience with young children.
• Minimum Fundamentals.
• Vermont 9-hour orientation and mandated reporting.
• Infant and Child CPR/First Aid.

Benefits

• Sick Leave
• Retirement Plan
• Child Care Discount
• Professional Development

• Paid time off includes a 3-day Thanksgiving Break, school calendar December break, 1 Week School calendar April break, and a 1 Week July 4th Break

  Additional PTO

  Paid Snow days

  1 Week in-service in June

  Childcare benefit