Job Description

Job Description

Full-Time Teacher

Job Description Rainbow Land Learning Center 2

General Position Description

The Teacher is responsible for developing a cohesive teaching team, coordinating curriculum, and managing the day-to-day operational activities of the classroom. Teachers must understand children’s cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development in order to ensure a safe and stimulating classroom environment where children are actively engaged and encouraged to succeed. The Teacher must be skilled in communicating with both children and adults in order to meet the needs of the children, effectively guide teacher assistants, and resolve parental concerns.

This Position Reports to Director Key Responsibilities

• Develop weekly lesson plans following the Creative Curriculum and adhering to the NJ Preschool Teaching and Learning Standards. Lessons must be age-appropriate and activities must actively engage children and encourage social, cognitive and emotional growth. Lesson plans must be intentional and designed for the entire group as well as individualized based on students’ needs.

• Coordinate and implement Creative Curriculum by developing classroom activities based on developmentally appropriate practices and early learning standards.

• Lead by example; encourage teaching team success through modeling and coaching.

• Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions, progress reports, and parent-

teacher conferences.

• Ensure all center policies and state regulations are followed.

• Ensure a healthy classroom environment – including maintaining appropriate hygiene and cleanliness standards

and safety and security of children.

• Supervise teacher assistants and classroom volunteers to ensure adherence to planned activities, hygiene and

safety standards.

• Maintain accurate records of assessments and report them utilizing Teaching Strategies GOLD and ESI.R3

• Maintain a personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.

Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Experience Required

• Strong oral and written communication and computer skills.

• High energy and ability to work well with others (staff, children, and parents) and to foster a team environment.

• A strong understanding of child development.

• Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

• Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification.

• Must clear full background check and must pass a health screening.

Educational Requirements

• P-3 certification with a NJ Standard Teaching Certificate or Certificate of Eligibility

Additional Requirements

• Ability to remain active, stand for long periods of time, must be able to sit on the floor, kneel and bend down frequently.

Employment Type

• Full time Teacher

Benefits: Medical, dental, vision and 401K

Wage Range: $60,000 (first year). Salary differs according to years of experience

Due to COVID19, we are working differently to meet the CDC recommendations.

Company Description

This school is a provider contracted by the District of Newark. $ 1,000 Bonus at sign-up. Must meet requirements for Bonus.

Company Description

This school is a provider contracted by the District of Newark. $ 1,000 Bonus at sign-up. Must meet requirements for Bonus.