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Our client is looking for caring, nurturing, and energetic full-time Early Childhood Teachers to join their premier preschool in Lyndhurst, NJ. The ideal candidate must be willing to work with children 6-weeks to 5-years-old; as well as be comfortable with diapering and toilet training.
- This is a Direct Hire position with the school
- Full-Time or Part-Time; Monday-Friday; year-round employment
Open Positions
- Lead Toddler Teacher: working with children 18 months to 2 years old and the shift MUST be 8:30am to 5:30pm
- Assistant Infant Teacher: working with children 6 weeks to 12 months old and the shift MUST be 8:30am to 5:30pm
- Assistant Infant/Toddler Teacher: working with children 12 to 18 months old and the shift MUST be 8:30am to 5:30pm OR 9:00am to 6:00pm
- Assistant Toddler Teacher: working with children 2 to 2.5 years old and the shift MUST be 8:30am to 5:30pm OR 9:00am to 6:00pm
- Assistant Pre-K Teacher: working with children 4 years old and the shift MUST be 9:00am to 6:00pm
- Floater Teacher: working with children 6 weeks to 5 years old and the shift would preferably be 12:00pm to 6:00pm OR 2:00pm to 6:00pm
Potential Positions
- Full-Time and Part-Time Assistant Teacher: working with children 6-weeks to 4 years old and the shift can be 7:00am to 4:00pm, 8:00am to 5:00pm, 9:00am to 6:00pm, 9:30am to 6:30pm, or 10:00am to 7:00pm (open to discussing part-time shifts but MUST be Monday through Friday and between 7:00am to 7:00pm)
- Full-Time Lead Teacher: working with children 6-weeks- to 4-years-old and the shift can be 7:00am to 4:00pm, 8:00am to 5:00pm, 9:00am to 6:00pm, 9:30am to 6:30pm, or 10:00am to 7:00pm, Monday through Friday
Salary
- Lead Teachers: $18.50-$21.00/hour pending education, credentials, and professional Early Childhood Education experience
- Assistant Teachers: $16.00-$18.50/hour pending education, credentials, and professional Early Childhood Education experience
- Floater Teachers: starting at $16.00/hour pending education, credentials, and professional Early Childhood Education experience
Benefits
- Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
- 401(k) w/ match
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Child-Enrollment Discount
- Child Development Associate (CDA) Sponsorship
Responsibilities
- Provide a safe and nurturing environment for children
- Responsible for the planning and implementation of age-appropriate activities and curriculum as well as the maintenance of educational portfolios
- Supervise and engage children in educational and play activities
- Maintain a clean and organized classroom
- Monitor and ensure the well-being of each child in your care
- Communicate with parents about their child's progress and any concerns
- Collaborate with other teachers and staff to create a positive learning environment
- Participate in training sessions, workshops, and staff meetings to enhance your skills and stay updated on best practices in early childhood education
Qualifications
- Must be at least 18-years-old
- REQUIRED Lead Teacher Education: High School Diploma or GED WITH 15 related college credits (Education, Psychology, Sociology, Human
- REQUIRED Lead Teacher Experience: 1 year in a licensed Early Childhood Education facility
- REQUIRED Assistant and Floater Teacher Education: High School Diploma or a GED
- REQUIRED Assistant and Floater Teacher Experience: 6 months experience with children 5 and under (babysitting/nannying OK!)
- Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. in connection with the handling of children for the facilitation of programs, child safety, and potential emergency situations - for Infant and Young Toddler Teachers, must be able to properly lift infants into and out of a crib
- Must meet background check eligibility
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
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Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $16.00 - $21.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- What is your personal email address?
Work Location: In person
