Community Day School is seeking a dedicated Early Childhood Educator to join our warm and welcoming community. The ideal candidate will have a passion for working with young children in our Jewishly diverse, play-based preschool program that truly feels like community. As an Early Childhood Educator, you will play a vital role in fostering children's social, emotional, and cognitive development while inspiring an early love of learning in a nurturing, engaging environment.
Schedule :
- Monday-Thursday : 7 : 30-3 : 45, Friday : 7 : 30-2 : 45
- End of August-Beginning of June
Responsibilities :
Lead and oversee the daily care, learning, and development of toddlers and young children, ensuring a safe, engaging, and supportive classroom.Plan and implement engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons and activities for toddlers and young children.Foster a positive and nurturing classroom environment that promotes children's social-emotional development.Observe and assess children's progress and development, and communicate effectively with parents and caregivers.Collaborate with co-teachers and staff on curriculum, routines, and classroom strategies.Use positive guidance techniques to encourage cooperation and self-regulation.Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of all children in the program.Qualifications :
Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field preferred.Previous experience working with young children in a childcare or early education setting.Knowledge of early childhood development principles and best practices.Strong communication and interpersonal skills.Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.CPR and First Aid certification preferred.Benefits :
Salary Range : $40,000-45,000Comprehensive benefits package including health and dental insurance and retirement savings plan.Professional development opportunities.9 days of paid time off and approximately 4 weeks of paid holiday closures.A supportive and collaborative work environmentIf you have a passion for early childhood education and a heart for helping toddlers grow, we'd love to meet you! Apply today and join our team of dedicated, joyful educators