Preschool Teachers

$34,320 - $36,400/Yr

Kiddie Academy - Rancho Cucamonga, CA

Full-time - Entry Level

Rancho Cucamonga, CA

Lessors of Nonfinancial Intangible Assets (except Copyrighted Works)

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, or CDA
• Valid license to practice profession.

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance