Kiddie Academy of Pearland-West Hiring for Preschool Teacher Job at Pearland, TX Full Time

We are looking for a qualified Preschool Teacher to prepare young children for kindergarten by easing them into organized education. You will teach them important elements that they will encounter soon after they enter school life. We are searching for enthusiastic, hard-working candidates to share in our success. At Kiddie Academy of Pearland-West, you will enjoy working with diverse people who have exceptional talent and team spirit, all coming together for the common goal of ensuring that we have the best interest of our children & remain a top notch educational environment!

A preschool teacher must have a great love and patience for children. Qualifications needed to teach them effectively include knowledge of best practices and preschool educational methods as well as the ability to engage them and earn their trust and attention. The goal is to contribute to the healthy mental and emotional development of the child so they can more easily acclimate in the next level of education.

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
• Utilize the proprietary Life Essentials curriculum to guide children as they get ready for Kinder and for life!
• 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
• Organize nap and snack as well as meal 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
• Knowledge of State Licensing Minimum Standards
• 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 and 1st Aid
• Certification in Early Childhood as well as High School Diploma or GED-equivalent
• Please note that our center is a Drug and Alcohol Free, Zero Tolerance environment to ensure the safety and protection of our children

Great Benefits

• Childcare discounts
• Paid time off
• Bonus!!
• Continuing education opportunities/ Tuition reimbursement
• Fantastic Working environment!

Required education:

• MUST have an unexpired CDA in Preschool / Associates Degree or higher

Required experience:

• Childcare: 2 years

Job Type: Full-time
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Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $14.00 – $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
For the safety of our entire community, we currently adhere to enhanced safety protocols.

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Teaching: 2 years (Preferred)
• Licensed Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Preferred)
• Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: One location