Full job description
Paxton Presbyterian Nursery School is growing and we are looking to add a new two year old teacher to our team! Must have prior experience and bring a warm energy!
The teacher is responsible for providing safe and developmentally appropriate activities for a group of children. The teacher creates a classroom environment that addresses the needs of the whole child, fosters children's natural curiosity, and prepares them for the world.
Essential Functions:
- Plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities that meet the physical, emotional, intellectual, social, and spiritual needs of the children in the program
- Work with children individually and in large groups to foster learning
- Understand and adhere to all health and safety requirements
- Establish a positive relationship with children, families, co-workers, and church staff
- Observe and document children's growth and development
- Report developmental/behavioral concerns to Director
- Create a portfolio for each child
- Complete progress reports for each child
- Facilitate Parent/Teacher conferences
- Implement positive classroom management/discipline techniques
- Prepare an environment that is clean and appealing
- Make sure all materials and equipment are in good repair
- Attend monthly staff meetings
- Attend programs that may occur in the evening
- Maintain classroom cleanliness- disinfect all surfaces, take trash out as needed
- Create a warm and welcoming environment
Possible Schedules:
Monday through Thursday 8:45am-11:45am (This is a September - May position)
Must possess or be able to possess all childcare/education clearances.
Job Type: Part-time
Salary: $16.00 per hour
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Harrisburg, PA 17111: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Education/Experience:
- Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education (Preferred)
- Two years of classroom teaching experience
- Proficiency in communication skills, both oral and written
- License/Certification:
- CPR Certification (Preferred)
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $16.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
