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Job Location drjobs

Centereach, NY - USA

Hourly Salary drjobs

$ 20 - 26

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • Competitive salary
  • Dental insurance
  • Free uniforms
  • Paid time off
  • Tuition assistance
  • Vision insurance
Job Summary:

The UPK Teacher will be responsible for planning implementing and assessing a developmentally appropriate curriculum for young children. This role requires creating a safe nurturing and engaging learning environment where children can thrive and develop the skills they need for kindergarten and beyond. The teacher will also work closely with families and staff to ensure the success and well-being of each child.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Curriculum Development & Instruction:

    • Develop and implement a curriculum that aligns with state and district standards for early childhood education.

    • Focus on the social emotional cognitive and physical development of children.

    • Incorporate hands-on activities that promote language skills literacy numeracy and creativity.

    • Provide structured and free-choice activities including art music outdoor play and group projects.

    • Ensure that classroom activities are developmentally appropriate and culturally relevant.

  2. Classroom Management:

    • Create a positive and respectful classroom atmosphere where all children feel safe and valued.

    • Establish clear expectations for behavior and create a system for promoting positive behaviors.

    • Use appropriate classroom management techniques to ensure a calm well-organized and engaging classroom environment.

  3. Assessment and Documentation:

    • Conduct ongoing observations of each childs development and progress.

    • Maintain accurate records of student growth including portfolios progress reports and formal assessments.

    • Use assessment data to inform instruction and communicate effectively with parents and staff about student development.

  4. Parent and Family Engagement:

    • Establish positive open lines of communication with parents and guardians.

    • Provide regular updates on student progress through conferences newsletters and phone calls.

    • Involve families in school activities and encourage their participation in the educational process.

  5. Collaboration with Staff:

    • Collaborate with other teachers assistants and staff to create an effective learning environment.

    • Participate in staff meetings professional development opportunities and team planning sessions.

  6. Health Safety and Welfare:

    • Ensure the safety and well-being of all children in the classroom.

    • Follow safety and emergency procedures.

    • Ensure that the classroom is clean organized and conducive to learning.

  7. Professional Development:

    • Stay current with trends in early childhood education and state/federal regulations.

    • Attend workshops conferences and continuing education to improve teaching skills.

  8. Special Needs Support:

    • Identify children with developmental delays or special needs and work with support staff to accommodate and support them in the classroom.

    • Develop and implement individualized learning plans (ILPs) when needed.

Qualifications:

  • Education:

    • Bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education Child Development or a related field
    • Initial state certification required

  • Experience:

    • Prior experience working with young children in an educational setting (e.g. daycare preschool or early childhood education).

    • Experience with the specific age group (3-5 years old) preferred.

  • Skills and Abilities:

    • Strong understanding of early childhood development and educational best practices.

    • Ability to develop and implement effective creative teaching strategies.

    • Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.

    • Strong organizational and time management skills.

    • Patience creativity and adaptability.

    • Ability to work well with children parents and colleagues.

Compensation: $20.00 - $26.00 per hour

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.




The Learning Experience

At The Learning Experience we make early education joyful engaging and fun so children are happy to learn play and grow.

Our curriculum focuses on the six ages and stages of early childhood development and engages children in hands-on learning activities that encourage them to explore and solve problems at their own rate of development. This forms a foundation for kids to Learn Play and Grow under the care of our nurturing teachers and staff.

At TLE weve created a full cast of characters that become our little learners educators partners and friends through their preschool education journey. Each character has a unique personality and area of interest and brings learning to life by allowing children to explore the world through fun and imagination.


This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location and not to The Learning Experience Corporate.

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