Preschool Teacher

$29,120 - $45,760/Yr

All My Children Academy - Deerfield Beach, FL

Full-time - Entry Level

Onsite - Deerfield Beach, FL

Social Assistance

About the position

We are seeking a qualified Preschool Teacher to prepare young children for kindergarten by introducing them to organized education. The role involves teaching essential skills and fostering a love for learning in a nurturing environment. The ideal candidate will have a passion for working with children and the ability to engage them effectively, contributing to their mental and emotional development.

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 report 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

Requirements

• 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 mediator between children
• Cool-tempered, friendly and reliable
• Balance between a creative mind and a practical acumen
• Certification in child CPR
• BSc/BA in education or relevant field
• Valid licence to practice profession

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in teaching
• Child Development Associate Certification

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance