Pre-School Teacher

• Job Description

A Jewish day school near Stamford is seeking a passionate and experienced Preschool Teacher to join their team.

Ideal candidates will have a deep understanding of child development, a commitment to fostering creativity and critical thinking skills, and a dedication to creating a warm and nurturing environment for young children. The school is a Reggio-inspired preschool that believes in active, hands-on learning. Bright, expansive classrooms include a wide variety of authentic, developmentally appropriate materials. Wonderful, diverse staff. Very friendly, collaborative environment. Monday – Friday 8:45am – 5:45pm.

Responsibilities:

• Follow the director’s instructions to create and sustain a weekly schedule that clearly outlines the class’s aims, targets, and tasks.
• Implement a curriculum that promotes child-led exploration, inquiry, and discovery.
• Observe, evaluate, document, and celebrate children’s achievements and milestones using various assessment tools, providing. valuable insights into their growth and development.
• Build strong relationships with children and families based on mutual respect and open communication.
• Maintain daily communication with parents daily via the Remini app regarding their child’s progress and needs, including details and pictures from each day.
• Meet with parents and guardians to discuss their children’s progress and needs, determine their priorities for their children, and suggest ways that they can promote learning and development.
• Maintain accurate and complete student records and reports as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations.
• Teach basic skills as well as personal hygiene, proper eating habits, and social skills.
• Collaborate with other teachers and staff to plan and implement projects and events.
• Maintain a welcoming, clean, and safe learning environment where children feel empowered to explore, discover, and thrive.
• Attend staff meetings and collaborate with the team to plan lessons following approved curricula. Review and adjust programs when needed.
• Participate in professional development opportunities to continue growing as an educator.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience in a classroom setting as a preschool teacher.
• CPR certification preferred.
• Child Development Associate Certification preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Passion and dedication to providing high-quality care and education to young children.
• Please submit your resume for immediate consideration.
• Starting salary varies by experience: $22.00 – $32.00 per hour. 401K offered.