Full Job Description
*Must be available Monday through Friday, 8:30am-1:00pm*
Preschool Teacher
Bluebird Atelier is an educational organization that offers a Reggio Emilia-inspired early childhood program. Our mission is to cultivate lifelong learning through exploration, creativity, and collaboration, honoring each learner’s unique path.
Position Summary:
The Part-Time Preschool Teacher is responsible for co-teaching, ensuring the supervision and safety as well as the academic, social, and emotional growth and development of all children in their care. The teacher is also responsible for lesson planning, family communication, and assuring compliance with all state and local governing contracting agencies as well as the supervision of other staff members working in their classroom. All staff must believe in and act in accordance with Bluebird Atelier’s program mission and vision statements.
As Preschool Teacher you will be responsible for:
- Developing emergent curriculum with teacher and admin team, as well as implementing Bluebird’s assigned curriculum, as advised by administration
- Maintaining a warm and welcoming environment by greeting each child and caregiver at drop-off and pickup times, and using Bluebird’s guidelines for communication and demeanor while in the presence of children
- Maintaining compliance with all Bluebird protocols for safety, well-being, and best practices in early childhood education
- Conducting scheduled formal and informal assessments for each child in assigned group
- Communicating regularly with families, with a warm and welcoming approach
- Conducting parent-teacher conferences in the Fall and Spring
- Participating in school-wide and class related events
- Communicating and planning regularly with support teachers for students who receive special services
- Participating in additional collaborative activities, including IEP meetings, to ensure each child receives the maximum support with their individualized goals
- Setup and cleanup of classroom activities for a wide range of learners
- Mentoring assistant teacher and other staff members who assist in your group
- Facilitating learning and play activities with whole group, small groups, or 1-on-1 with students, in the classroom and outdoor spaces, and on field trips
- Facilitating routines with groups of children, such as hand washing, toileting/diaper changing/bathroom breaks, snack and cleanup
- Facilitating cleanliness and health measures with children such as sanitization
- Assisting with drop-off and pick-up of students at the beginning and end of the preschool or afterschool session, which entails supervising students and getting children safely into their adult’s care
- Attending regular staff meetings and one-on-one meetings with leadership, including curriculum planning sessions
- Engaging in regular and timely communication with other staff and team members via email, text, and face-to-face
- Maintaining personal account in student / class management system (digital)
- Creating or preparing learning materials as needed as assigned during team planning meetings, and organizing and putting materials away properly
- Maintaining a clean and organized environment in all of our facilities, indoor and outdoor
- Maintaining required professional development credits as defined by the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL), and maintaining an updated Training Record on PA Keys
- Engaging in additional professional development activities assigned by leadership, and staying current with best practices in early childhood education and the Reggio Emilia approach
Desired Experience / Qualifications:
- Early Childhood credits earned
- Experience with childhood and/or early childhood education
- Track record of completing tasks in a timely and efficient manner
- Self starter who is able to work well independently and multitask with ease and confidence
- Team player with positive attitude who works well with others
- Appreciation for and knowledge of Reggio Emilia approach and STEAM education
- Excellent communication skills and experience working with families
- Social media skills a plus
Additional Abilities:
- Ability to lift/carry up to fifty pounds.
- Ability to move easily and comfortably with children throughout the day i.e. sitting, standing, squatting, etc.
- Ability to maneuver steps, possibly while carrying children
Desired Qualities
● Adaptability - Illustrates flexibility in the shifting priorities required to meet the needs of a student-centered educational enrichment program for all ages with a sense of urgency.
● Energy - Maintains a high level of physical energy and a positive, joyful attitude when working with children. Takes an active approach to all aspects of teaching and learning. Stays engaged with children consistently during the school day.
● Communication and Customer Service Skills – Understands the unique balance of our organization and the variety of stakeholders. Communicates clearly and compellingly with the diverse balance of daily interactions in both oral and written forms. Anticipates and responds to stakeholder needs in a proficient and courteous manner. Social and ”people skills” are a must.
● Innovative Problem Solving – Approaches work with a sense of possibility and sees challenges as opportunities for creative problem-solving. Takes initiative to explore situations and find potential solutions.
● Dependability – Punctual and reliable. Able to plan ahead, keep track of and complete responsibilities in a timely manner, and follow through with assigned tasks. Communicates frequently with management and seeks necessary information needed to complete tasks.
● Use of Data and Technology – Exhibits a familiarity and comfort with the use of the various technology tools we use to run and grow our programs, and is eager to learn and build proficiency in these areas.
Bluebird Values
- CREATIVITY: We value the role of creativity in learning, and the role of learning in living. We strive to cultivate an environment where meaningful experiences and intellectual curiosity are encouraged and supported. We are open to new ideas and the unique strengths and talents that each team member and client brings to the community.
- AUTHENTICITY: We care deeply about the uniqueness of every individual, and appreciate each learner’s individuality. We are not a ‘paint by the numbers’ art studio. We encourage authenticity and help learners find their one-of-a-kind voice, style, and point of view, and express it with confidence!
- MINDFULNESS: Our goal is to provide a space where creative flow happens naturally. We are mindful of our energy, our way of being in the world, our relationships, and how we communicate. Positivity, empathy, curiosity, and collaboration undergird our organization.
- COMMUNITY: We seek to build and nurture a creative community that brings people together through the arts and a love of learning. We value professionalism, positivity, and relationship-building within our organization and its patrons, and also within the larger communities of Lewisburg and the Susquehanna Valley.
Bluebird Atelier LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Bluebird Atelier LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
Work Location: In person
