Preschool Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

About This Role

Overview

White Birch Center is a progressive and community-focused early education center located in the heart of Henniker, NH. Our mission is to enrich lives and strengthen community—and our Early Learning Program plays a central role in that vision. We believe that early childhood education is the foundation for a thriving community, and we are seeking a passionate and dedicated Early Childhood Teacher to join our full-time program.

As a Preschool Teacher at White Birch Center, you will work with children ages 2.5 to 5 years , helping to create a  nurturing, stimulating, and developmentally appropriate learning environment . You’ll be part of a  collaborative and supportive team that values creativity, enthusiasm, and the meaningful relationships formed with children and families.

What You'll Do

• Foster a safe, inclusive, and engaging classroom environment
• Support each child’s individual social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development
• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities and curriculum
• Build positive relationships with families and communicate regularly about child progress
• Collaborate with team members to ensure high-quality care and education
• Maintain compliance with NH Child Care Licensing regulations and center policies.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• A minimum of 9 Early Childhood Education college credits from a regionally accredited college or university OR   at least 3 credits in child growth and development and documentation of 1000 hours working within a Licensed Early Childhood Center.
• Minimum of one year's experience working with children in an early childhood environment.
• Must be able to successfully pass an NH Criminal Background Check and a DCYF Central Registry Check.
• This position requires individuals to have availability to work 8 hour shifts within the center's operating hours of 7:30AM to 5:00PM.

Nice To Haves

• CPR & First Aid Certificate
• Collaborative Teaching experience
• Experience with assessing and documenting children's growth and learning
• Experience creating curriculum and supporting children's learning through the Emergent Curriculum

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Leave
• Sick Leave
• Retirement Plan
• Child Care Discount
• Professional Development
• Aflac Supplemental Insurance
• Paid Time Off