About This Role
We are seeking a dedicated and passionate teacher to join our team at Kent Community Nursery School (KCNS). As a play-based learning environment, we provide children with a safe and caring space to explore and grow. Our educational program is designed to foster social, emotional, intellectual, and physical development of each child.
This part-time position requires about 20 hours per week, Monday to Friday, from 11-3 PM. We are also looking for someone to substitute teach, as needed. KCNS daily hours are from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday to Friday.
What You'll Do
Key responsibilities include:
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Cultivating a play-based approach to learning, ensuring extensive outdoor time for children.
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Creating a secure and engaging environment that promotes children's growth.
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Establishing and maintaining a daily routine, including morning walks, circle time, art, projects, reading, and mealtimes.
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Providing emotional support and guidance to each child.
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Encouraging self-reliance and activities that foster self-esteem.
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Teaching safety awareness and hygiene practices, including toileting and hand washing.
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Maintaining close supervision of children during learning times, mealtimes, and restroom breaks.
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Accepting full responsibility for the children and program.
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Collaborating with other teachers on activities and projects.
Requirements
Qualifications. The Teacher must have experience working with preschool-age children and a genuine passion for child development. The position requires:
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A minimum of a high school diploma or an equivalent certificate.
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At least eighteen (18) years of age.
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Five hundred and forty (540) hours documented experience in working with unrelated children of the same age(s).
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Required certifications (see list below)
Required certifications are to be completed by the time the position begins:
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Administration of Medication Training for Childcare: Injectable medication, (renewed every year)
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CT OEC Background Check, completed by the time the position begins (renewed at expiration)
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Administration of Medication Training for Childcare: Oral, topical, and inhalant medication, (renewed every 3 years)
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Child Care and CPR/First Aid Certification: Adult, Child, Infant, (renewed every 2 years)
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Medical Exam, (renewed every two years)
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CT Care 4 Kids Health and Safety Training,
Nice To Haves
We are particularly interested in candidates who possess:
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Credits in early childhood education or child development from a regionally accredited higher education institution.
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An earned Associate's CDA (Child Development Associate)
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An Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a related field.
Benefits
