Lighthouse School & Child Care Hiring for Experienced Early Childhood Teacher Job at South Portland, ME Full Time

Job Description

This position is responsible for the general supervision and management of children in an either an Infant, Toddler or Preschool Classroom. This includes management and set-up of their environment, building relationships with children and their families, planning, and implementing individualized curriculum. In addition, and at times, will provide supervision of children from other groups (i.e., end of the day, afternoon care, outside, etc.)

Opportunities for growth and promotion

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education
• 2 years previous teaching experience in an early childhood setting
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Able to work as an integral part of a team

Responsibilities

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following:

• Planning, supervising, and implementing an age-appropriate curriculum in accordance with the policies and philosophy of the center.
• Being responsible for the appearance, décor, and learning environment of the classroom.
• Refrain from sharing confidential information about children or employees with unauthorized third parties.
• Adapting the program to the needs of the individual child in relationship to that child’s cultural and socio-economic background; viewing each child as an individual and treating them accordingly.
• Maintain classroom records of attendance and daily meal reports.
• Converse with parents about their children in a positive and professional manner, and to be available for conferences.
• Report to Program Director any special needs or problems of individual children.
• Report to Program Director any cases of suspected child abuse or neglect.
• Attend scheduled staff meetings; participate in recommended and required training programs, conferences, courses and other aspects of professional growth in accordance with requirements of the Center and the State Licensing Agency.
• Maintain current First Aid and CPR certification.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
All students, staff, and visitors are health screened and temperature checked, surfaces and toys are sanitized regularly, hands are washed often, including before and after serving food and diapering.

Ability to commute/relocate:

• South Portland, ME 04106: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location