Job Description:

As a Lead Preschool Teacher, you will develop and implement curriculum plans, provide age-appropriate instruction and supervision, interact with children in a nurturing and developmentally appropriate way, assure the supervision and safety of children, perform child observations and assessments and supervise Associate Teachers.

This is a unique opportunity to become part of an interdisciplinary team that will deliver the best care and services possible to the children and families we serve.

Responsibilities:

• Assists Lead Teacher in the development of weekly plans, and implements age appropriate curriculum (lesson plan) to nurture and stimulate all domains of children’s development in their care.

• Provide coverage and classroom support across assigned age groups and classrooms, including infant, toddler, preschool, or school-age programs

• Assist in implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum and daily routines under the direction of Lead or Associate Teachers

• Supervise and engage children in activities that promote physical, emotional, social, and cognitive development

• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized environment that adheres to licensing and health regulations

• Support transitions, meals, rest time, and outdoor activities as assigned

• Build positive, respectful relationships with children, families, and team members

• Follow all organizational and licensing policies and procedures

Qualifications:

• 9 ECE required, 3 credit courses in Child Growth & Development for credits total

• One (1 ) year prior experience working with children required

• Ability to communicate with colleagues, children and families, listen well, and work effectively with others

• Understanding of child development, developmentally appropriate practice and positive behavior intervention and supports

• Meet minimum State of New Hampshire Child Care Licensing Unit rules for Associate Teachers

Hours:

Full-time, 40 hour position

Monday - Friday with hours expected to primarily be 8:00-4:45, but subject to change based on program needs.

Compensation:

$22 - $29, based off education and experience

What’s in it for you? We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time, eligible employees, including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability

• PTO begins accruing on your first day!

• Up to 9 paid holidays annually, plus one floating holiday of your choice. For programs that remain open during holidays, staff scheduled to work will receive holiday pay in accordance with program guidelines.

• 403(b) employer match up to a maximum of 3%

• Tuition reimbursement after one year of employment

• Student loan repayment for qualifying degrees after one year of employment

• Wellness programs: nutritional counseling services, reimbursement programs for weight loss & tobacco cessation

To learn more about this role, please click on the blue “Apply Now” button below to submit your application.

Have questions about the role?

Schedule time to chat with our College Relations Manager, Racheal: https://calendly.com/eastersealsnh-racheal/15min

Difficulty submitting your application or scheduling time to chat?

Contact Racheal at 603. 461.9086 or rboyer@eastersealsnh.org

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