Middletown United Methodist Preschool Hiring for Preschool Teacher Job at Middletown, MD Full Time

Job Description

A preschool teacher must have 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.

Responsibilities

• Create plans for daily activities in line with the school curriculum
• Engage with young children in activities that are age-appropriate whilst bearing educational merit
• Foster a positive and healthy learning environment
• Ensure the classroom is kept in a clean and safe condition at all times
• Plans and prepares classroom setting; oversees safety and educational programs; supervises children in the classroom; provides a supportive environment in which children can learn and practice appropriate and acceptable individual and group behaviors.
• Encourage creative thinking and learning
• Interact with other teachers and administrative staff as needed
• Communicate with parents regarding child development and progress

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Education (must have preschool clock hours or the 90 hour certification in preschool)
• Must pass a background check and have an up to date medical
• Excellent understanding of the principles of child development and preschool educational methods
• Maintain confidentiality regarding all personal information regarding children, families and staff
• Familiarity with safety and sanitation guidelines for classrooms
• Excellent communication and instructional skills
• Flexible, friendly, enthusiastic and reliable
• Ability to stand and move for extended periods while teaching

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $17.50 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor’s (Required)

Work Location: One location