Preschool Beginner Teacher
The Preschool Beginner Teacher will be assigned to co-teach with our 12 to 24 month old students. This person is charged with developing and carrying-out age-appropriate lessons and creating an environment of kindness and inclusivity. Applicants must have a sincere passion for the education and development of young children. Applicants must be invested in the parent/teacher partnership on behalf of all students.
Only people with at least 3 years of teaching experience in a licensned child care facility with 12 - 24 month old children should apply.
Terms of Employment: Start Date - August 31, 2026. Schedule will include 8 hour shifts Monday-Friday from 8:00-4:00.
Reports to: Head of School
Salary: $19-$24 per hour, based on qualifications
Benefits: Tuition discount available for dependents that qualify to attend our school; pension matching available at 34 hours per week; 10 PTO days per year, QSEHRA reimbursement medical plan offered at 34 hours per week
Minimum Qualifications:
- Current or eligible to hold Delaware Certification as an Early Childhood Teacher and succesfuly manage the DEEDS account requirments independently.
- 3 years of experience Teaching 12 - 24 month old children in a school setting
Responsibilities
- Responsible for the care and education of young children within the guidelines and standards of CCEP
- Follows the guidelines in the Faculty Resource Book and other directives for the care, safety and education of children as well as such other functions as may be assigned from time to time, all to the sole satisfaction of the head of school of Christ Church Episcopal Preschool.
- Support colleagues and parents with a spirit of cooperation and approach all responsibilities with a willing, appreciative heart understanding that the successful nurture and education of children is always a cooperative effort.
- Consistently teach with integrity.
- Use a variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate and use, both in learning activities and in imaginative play.
- Observe and evaluate children's performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
- Maintain classroom environment according to CCEP standards for organization, appropriate opportunities, and cleanliness
- Attend to children's basic needs by feeding them, dressing them, and changing their diapers as needed.
- Include direct instruction to children helping them manage their personal needs and helping them increase in responsibility for keeping their learning environment comfortable .
- Use Conscious Discipline behavior management and classroom organization at all times; to the exclusion of behavior management that rewards good behavior with food or toys and punishes undesirable behavior with consequences that are embarrassing, punitive or uncomfortable for the child
- Maintain behavior that models respect and responsibility and are in no way physical or in no way embarrass or ridicule any child.
- Keep all children in direct adult supervision at all times.
- Communicate in a positive, direct, appropriate and informative manner with parents, colleagues, administration, and head of school
- Communicate regularly with families
- Represent Christ Church Episcopal Preschool, professional colleagues, children and their families with integrity, dignity and respect.
- Participate and be present for all community events including, but not limited to Open House, Holiday Parties, Programs Celebrations, Spring Sing, Progression Program, school sponsored after hour events, faculty and staff meetings and trainings, and all other extra hour events announced by Employer, or their agents.
- Acquire all certifications, professional training and development as required by law and by Christ Church Episcopal Preschool in a timely manner
- Be kinder than necessary.
- Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hand and /or fingers to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk and sit. The employee must be able to lift an/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Standard Requirements:
- Favorable Criminal Background Check and Child Abuse Registry check for the candidate who is offered employment
- Tuberculin Test and physical
Job Types: Part-time, Full-time
Pay: $19.00 - $24.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Education:
Experience:
- Early Childhood Education: 3 years (Preferred)
- Childcare: 3 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- CPR Certification (Preferred)
- Child Development Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
