About us
We are professional and agile.
Our work environment includes:
- Modern office setting
- Food provided
Amy's Sunshine Center is looking for a Preschool Teacher to work in our Early Childhood Education program. We are a licensed child care center and Amy's Sunshine Center is operated by a family owned and operated business. Our center is located in Painted Post, NY.
We are looking for a qualified Preschool Teacher to prepare small children for kindergarten by easing them into organized education. You will teach them important elements that they will encounter soon after they enter school life. A preschool teacher must have a great love and patience for children. Qualifications needed to teach them effectively include knowledge of best practices and preschool educational methods as well as the ability to engage them and earn their trust and attention. The goal is to contribute to the healthy mental and emotional development of the child so they can more easily acclimate in the next level of education.
Qualifications
- Associate's degree in Early Childhood, Child Development or related field AND No additional experience necessary OR
- Child Development Associate Credential or other Office recognized credential specific to the preschool developmental period AND One year of experience related to caring for children OR
- 9 college credits in Early Childhood, Child Development or a related field, with a plan of study leading to a: Child Development Associate Credential; Other Office recognized credential specific to the preschool developmental period; or Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood, Child Development or a related field AND Two years of experience related to caring
Skills
- Proven experience as a Preschool Teacher
- Excellent understanding of the principles of child development and preschool educational methods
- Familiarity with best practices for the day-to-day educational procedures
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to act as a positive role model
- Cool-tempered, friendly, and reliable
- Certification in child CPR
- Ability to pass background check
To set up an interview please call our center at (607) 377-5134
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
Experience:
- Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
