We are looking for loving, dynamic, energetic, professional teachers to add to our faculty.
Exploring Minds Academy is a premiere preschool for children from six weeks to six years who are encouraged to develop at their own pace in a nurturing environment with a rich curriculum lovingly taught by our highly skilled, professional teachers. We are currently looking for full-time and part-time Preschool Teacher Assistant's and Floater's to work between (9:00 am and 6:00 pm or 11:30 am - 5:30 pm ) Core Values PRIDE
Passion for what we do
Respect for ourselves, others, and our environment
Integrity in all we do
Discovering the wonders of our world
Empowering those in our lives
Join our team to continue to do good and create history serving Kansas children and families! Why Join Exploring Minds Academy? 1. Uplifting mission-driven work culture2. Make an impact in your community and become a part of Kansas history!3. Growth and professional development opportunities4. Great benefits package, including paid time off and holidays5. Opportunity to make a positive and lasting difference for the children and families within your own community! How do we do it? Naturally, Boost Children’s Love Of Learning
We create the right environment to cater to every child’s natural zeal for learning. From ensuring the nurturing love infants need to thrive, to create hands-on opportunities for the safe and thoughtful exploration toddlers crave, our Academy answers every family’s desire to provide the best for their child.
Including The Best of The Montessori Method Increases Independence
Following the Montessori method for the environment, materials, and teacher-led strategies mean that children learn problem-solving and crucial socio-emotional skills in a self-directed way. The lasting benefits the Montessori Method has on a child’s sense of autonomy and accomplishment are well-documented and highly acclaimed. Benefits:
Competitive salary
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Continuing Education
Paid education benefits
Qualifications:
Demonstrated knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices
Strong written and communication skills
Familiar with High Scope curriculum
6 Months Experience (Minimum)
Have CDA or willing to obtain
General Duties, Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
Cultural competence and demonstrated evidence, understanding, and commitment to the concepts of diversity, multiculturalism, and their application in the workplace.
Perform child assessments using COR Advantage.
Informs and enforces health and safety rules with parents, children, practicum students, and support staff.
Communicates classroom issues to supervisor.
Participate in Exploring Minds Academy's parent and family activities.
Attends required staff meetings, training, and special events.
Participates in ongoing professional development by attending workshops, in-service meetings, conferences, online training, and college classes.
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with parents, children, staff, students, and the community.
Demonstrate a willingness to give and receive constructive feedback.
Ability to effectively resolve issues, be accessible to others and contribute to positive morale and motivation.
Knowledge of the following as applied to Exploring Minds Academy's classroom practice: childcare licensing regulations, Department of Health regulations, United States Department of Agriculture - Child and Adult Care Food Program requirements, National Association for the Education of Young Children accreditation standards, and criteria.
Knowledge and application of developmentally appropriate best practices in early childhood education.
Strong communication skills both orally and written.
Must be able to work independently and as a team player.
COVID-19 considerations: All staff and customers are required to wear a mask. Drop off and pick up are done at the door to limit cross-contamination. Temperature is taken each morning by the children and the staff. COVID documents are signed each morning.