Benefits:

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Benefits/Perks

Competitive Compensations

Career Advancement Opportunities

Great Work Environment

Job Summary We are seeking an energetic, passionate, creative and experienced Preschool Teacher to join our team! You will be leading a class of students 18 months -2-year-olds through the school year, assessing their current academic level, and designing instruction to meet students’ collective and individual needs. At UPNS we are dedicated to shaping, nurturing and contributing to the lives of infants, toddlers, and preschoolers through thoughtful and meaningful interactions.

You are passionate about learning and helping students reach their potential while working as a team with 3 teachers and parents that volunteer in the class once a month. With strong creative and problem-solving skills, you love connecting with individual students and creating an engaging classroom environment.

Responsibilities

Create hands-on activities to meet the needs and interest of young children

Assist children with developing social and emotional skills

Communicate with parents and other school personnel

Assess student's skills and performance to ensure they are meeting developmental milestones

Support and guide children through the potty-training process, implementing age-appropriate strategies and positive reinforcement

Ensure a safe and clean learning environment by following essential procedures and guidelines

Qualifications

Must have at minimum 12 units of ECE coursework.

Strong understanding of child development principles and best practices in education and classroom management

Two years of professional experience in a childcare, daycare, or preschool settings

Problem-solving and mediation skills

AA/BA in Early Childhood Education preferred

CPR/AED certified

Fingerprinting and background check required