Top 248 Preschool teacher Jobs in Danbury Ct

Pre-K Teacher
The Goddard School —Brookfield, CT
- $19 - $21 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
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Lead Montessori Teacher
Thistlewaithe Learning Center —South Salem, NY
- $37,000 - $60,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
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Head Toddler Teacher
Strong Start Early Care & Education —Wilton, CT
- $24 - $27 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Toddler Teacher
Heart 2 Heart Child Care —Brewster, NY
- From $19 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- Childcare
- Paid time off
- Employee discount
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Preschool Dance Instructor
Movement Dance Studio —Bethel, CT
- $25 - $65 an hour
- Part-time
- Adults
- Organizational skills
- In-person
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Toddler Teacher
The Goddard School of Danbury —Danbury, CT
- $19.50 - $21.50 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Preschool Teacher
Cadence Academy Preschool —Ridgefield, CT
- $17.85 - $22.85 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Classroom
- English
- Preschool
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Part-Time Preschool Teacher
St. Rose of Lima Catholic School —Newtown, CT
- $23 - $30 an hour
- Part-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- Teaching Certification
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Preschool Assistant Teacher
Ridgefield Academy —Ridgefield, CT
- Extended hours
- School experience
- Classroom
- Google Workspace
- 403(b) matching
- Health insurance
Early Childhood Teacher
The Goddard School - Brookfield/Danbury —Danbury, CT
- $18.50 - $20.50 an hour
- Full-time
- Preschool
- Children
- Entry level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Preschool Head Teacher
The Regional YMCA Of Western Connecticut —Bethel, CT
- 8 hour shift
- Bachelor of Science
- Preschool
- Entry level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Preschool Teacher -Part Time
The Regional YMCA Of Western Connecticut —Bethel, CT
- Part-time
- Bachelor of Science
- Preschool
- Education
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Early Childhood - Head Teacher
Little People Learning Center —Danbury, CT
- $17 - $24 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- Computer literacy
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
Assistant Teacher
Ridgefield Academy —Ridgefield, CT
- $20 - $23 an hour
- Full-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- 403(b) matching
- Health insurance
GRANT - Preschool Lead Teacher
Creative Kids Child Care Center —Brewster, NY
- $58,000 - $60,000 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- Teaching Certification
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Lead Pre Kindergarten Teacher-Brookfield Location
The Goddard School - Brookfield/Danbury —Brookfield, CT
- $19 - $21 an hour
- Full-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- Mid-level
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Assistant Teacher - Early Childhood and Human Development Pathway
Danbury Public Schools —Danbury, CT
- $21 an hour
- Online Application
- Classroom
- High school
- Basic math
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Preschool Teacher
United Cerebal Palsy Assoc of Putnam & So Dutchess Counties —Brewster, NY
- $50,000 - $65,000 a year
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Teaching Certification
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Assistant Teacher (PreK)
CONNECTICUT INSTITUTE FOR COMMUNITIES INC —Danbury, CT
- $17.35 - $20.35 an hour
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Preschool After-Care Teacher
Ridgefield Academy —Ridgefield, CT
- $25 an hour
- School experience
- Preschool
- Classroom experience
- 403(b) matching
- Health insurance

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Pre-K Teacher

The Goddard School -
Brookfield, CT

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Job Details

Full-time
$19 - $21 an hour

Benefits

Health insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
401(k) matching

Qualifications

Student supervision
Hygiene practices (early childhood general education)
Classroom active supervision
Relationship building (classroom management strategies)
Toileting assistance
Crisis management
Family collaboration in education
Faculty collaboration
Safety regulations
High school diploma or GED
Bachelor's degree
Diaper changing
Child safety supervision
Child emergency evacuation
Working with families
School policy and procedure enforcement
Safety standard operating procedures
Associate's degree
Child Development Associate Certification
Teaching
Parent-teacher conferences (communication methods)

Full Job Description

Overview

A lead teacher at The Goddard School is responsible for establishing and maintaining a safe, healthy and nurturing learning environment. Additionally a lead teacher is responsible to work together with an assistant teacher and in conjunction with the entire faculty.

General Qualifications

A lead teacher must meet the qualifications of his/her state and the following qualifications:

the ability to understand and support the education program using “learning through play” philosophy;
the ability to interact closely with children at their level;
the ability to keep children within sight and sound supervision at all times;
the ability to change children’s diapers and/or assist in toileting (where necessary);
the ability to understand and comply with the franchisee’s employment policies;
the ability to communicate effectively and professionally with school personnel, children and parents;
the ability to handle crisis situations, including assisting in evacuating the building during emergencies; and
the ability to comply in all respects with all applicable laws and regulations relating to childcare.

An offer of employment may be made contingent on the following:

A current physical examination by a physician
An approved criminal record check as required by state regulations.

Educational Qualifications

All candidates who wish to be considered for the position of lead teacher must meet of the following criteria, in addition to any/all requirements that may be mandated by their state and/or local licensing authorities:

A Bachelor’s degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Child Development.
A Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field, including 18 semester hours of completed coursework related to young children birth to age 8.
An Associate’s degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Child Development or a related field.
An Associate’s degree or higher in a related field, including 18 semester hours of completed coursework related to young children birth to age 8.
A current CDA or Early Childhood Teaching Credential.
Proof of current and active enrollment in a CDA Credentialing Program.
Proof of current and active enrollment in an accredited Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree program in Early Childhood Education or a related field.

Lead Teacher Responsibilities

A lead teacher’s responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Establish and maintain a safe, healthy and nurturing learning environment

· Design an appropriate room arrangement to support the goals and developmental level of the children in the classroom

· Develop an appropriate classroom management system to support the goals and developmental level of the children in the classroom

· Ensure that classroom equipment is in good repair

· Understand and implement The Goddard School® emergency procedure(s)

· Promote healthy eating practices at lunch and snack times

· Ensure that children are always within state ratio requirements

· Perform minor cleaning responsibilities (e.g., spills) immediately

· Perform major cleaning during times when children are not present

· Post a classroom schedule that meets the needs of the children and includes a routine and learning opportunities

· Post and adhere to all GSI Health and Safety policies and procedures

Advance children’s physical and intellectual competence

· Adapt program to meet the individual needs of each child

· Create a multi-cultural learning environment

· Provide a variety of developmentally appropriate activities to engage children in learning

· Interact with the children to support play, exploration and learning

· Encourage children to talk with each other and with the faculty

· Present age- and developmentally-appropriate expectations for all children

· Create a print-rich environment in order for children to learn about books, literature and writing

· Encourage creativity through art, music, dramatic play and blocks

· Provide a reasonable balance between teacher-directed and child-directed activities

· Provide opportunities for both active and quiet play

· Integrate GSI-approved resources (including Enrichment Programs) into lesson plans

Support each child’s social and emotional development and provide positive guidance

· Understand and adhere to the GSI Behavior Policy

· Plan and implement activities to develop children’s self-esteem and social skills

· Plan and implement activities to enable children’s feeling of security

· Encourage empathetic and respectful feelings for others, as well as the environment, through positive modeling

· Respect cultural and ethnic diversity

Establish positive and effective family relations

· Communicate, in a professional manner, with families and faculty

· Encourage families to become an integral part of their children’s learning experiences

· Provide opportunities (e.g., conferences) in which families are made to feel a part of their children’s learning experiences

· Prepare a Daily Activity Report for each child

· Maintain a portfolio for each child

· Maintain the classroom Parent Board

Ensure an effective program, responsive to children’s needs

· Assess supplies and materials needed to implement activities

· Build teamwork

· Develop lesson plans

· Manage classrooms according to GSI QA Standards

· Perform child observations and document in their portfolios

· Use assessment tools (e.g., Progress Reports, Children’s Progress)

Maintain professional commitment

· Promote “learning through play” philosophy and educational objectives

· Support a code of ethical conduct

· Pursue professional development/continuing education

· Attend faculty meetings, in-service days, conferences and professional growth opportunities

Pay: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Health insurance
Paid time off

Work Location: In person

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preschool teacher jobs in danbury ct

Pre-K Teacher

Lead Montessori Teacher

Head Toddler Teacher

Toddler Teacher

Preschool Dance Instructor

Toddler Teacher

Preschool Teacher

Part-Time Preschool Teacher

Preschool Assistant Teacher

Early Childhood Teacher

Preschool Head Teacher

Preschool Teacher -Part Time

Early Childhood - Head Teacher

Assistant Teacher

GRANT - Preschool Lead Teacher

Lead Pre Kindergarten Teacher-Brookfield Location

Assistant Teacher - Early Childhood and Human Development Pathway

Preschool Teacher

Assistant Teacher (PreK)

Preschool After-Care Teacher

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