Elan Preschool Hiring for Childcare Lead Teacher Full Time

We provide a setting where children can wonder, solve, learn, and grow, and we amplify the potential of all children in our care through the guidance and encouragement of experienced and professional teachers.

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 to the next level of education.

Education and Training Requirements

• 12 Early Childhood Education (ECE) units are required.
• Preschool Teaching experience is preferred.
• Live Scan fingerprints clearance.
• Current TB test clearance.
• Must be currently authorized to work in the United States.
• Must be available to work Full Time.

Responsibilities

• Develop a careful and creative program suitable for preschool children
• Employ a variety of educational techniques (storytelling, educational play, media, etc.) to teach children
• Observe each child to help them improve their social competencies and build self-esteem
• Encourage children to interact with each other and resolve occasional arguments
• Guide children to develop their artistic and practical capabilities through a carefully constructed curriculum (identify shapes, numbers, or colors, do crafts, etc.)
• Organize nap and snack hours and supervise children to ensure they are safe at all times
• Track children’s progress and to parents
• Communicate with parents regularly to understand the children’s background and psyche
• Collaborate with other educators
• Maintain a clean and tidy classroom consistent with health and safety standards

Skills

• Proven experience as a Preschool Teacher
• Excellent understanding of the principles of child development and preschool educational methods
• Familiarity with safety and sanitation guidelines for classrooms
• Excellent communication and instructional skills
• Ability to act as a mediator between children
• Cool-tempered, friendly, and reliable
• A balance between a creative mind and a practical acumen
• Certification in child CPR
• BSc/BA in education or relevant field
• Valid license to practice the profession

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Preferred)
• Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental Insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Pay:
$23.00-$28.00/hr

Location:
Milpitas, California