Full-time Toddler Teacher - Merrimack, United States - Tollhouse Preschool

Description

Summary

Are you looking to make a difference in the lives of young children?

Tollhouse Preschool is seeking a responsible, nurturing, and creative Lead or Associate teacher to work with our Toddler friends Applicant should have excellent organizational skills and ability to communicate professionally with families, staff and children.

For over 40 years, our center has been offering high quality care for children 6 weeks to 10 years We are committed to assisting children grow and develop socially, physically, and cognitively.

We offer competitive salary, medical benefits, paid holidays, vacations, and tuition reimbursement.


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Duties

• Respecting each child's individuality and unique contributions.
• Greeting and welcoming families and children at arrival. Greeting and communicating with families when they return at the end of the day.
• Planning and facilitating classroom and outdoor activities.
• Preparing and planning the classroom environment, preparing materials and setting up activity centers, cleaning up after daily activities.
• Observing, documenting, and evaluating development for each child.
• Implementing individualized lesson plans.
• Supervising children closely at all times during the day.
• Teaching children to socialize, play, and communicate with others appropriately.
• Assisting entire staff in maintaining a safe, clean, and organized center.
• At all times, maintaining a professional demeanor, attitude and appearance.
• Respecting confidentiality at all times.
• Planning/implementing behavior management strategies and individual modification plans.
• Assisting children with basic life skills, including bathrooming, dressing, handwashing, and eating.
• Participating in staff and team meetings, parent/ teacher conferences, center wide events, and staff trainings.
• Follow NH Childcare Licensing Rules and Guidelines.

Requirements:

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Lead Teacher qualified: 18 credits in ECE (3 of which are in Child Development) and experience working with young children. Associate Degree preferred.
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Associate Teacher qualified:3-9 credits in ECE (3 of which are in Child Development) and experience working with young children.

• Ability to work flexible hours.
• Physical ability to bend down to children's level, lift children, and maintain high level of energy.
• 1st Aid and CPR Certified or ability to obtain certification.

Nice To Haves
Classroom Management Skills

Communication Skills


Benefits
Health Insurance

Short Term Disability

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Paid Planning time

Paid Professional Development