Head Teacher and Assistant Teachers Job at Through the eyes of a child

Through the eyes of a child West Hartford, CT 06119

Toddler Teacher and Preschool Teacher

Compensation$15 to $17 Hourly
Employment Type Full-Time

The Teacher is responsible for developing a cohesive teaching team, coordinating the curriculum, and managing the day-to-day operational activities of the classroom. Teachers must understand children’s cognitive, social, emotional and physical development in order to ensure a safe and stimulating classroom environment where children are actively engaged and encouraged to succeed. The Teacher must be skilled in communicating with both children and adults in order to meet the needs of the children, effectively guide teacher assistants, and resolve parental concerns. Prior experience of working within toddlers a must.

  • Respectfully set and enforce ground rules and classroom behavior guidelines.
  • Address students with a calm and caring attitude.
  • Always keep children in visual and auditory range.
  • Communicate openly and effectively with, co-workers and administration.
  • Participate in staff meetings and school events as assigned. some weekends
  • Coordinate and implement educational curriculum by developing classroom activities based on developmentally appropriate practices and early learning standards.
  • Lead by example; encourage teaching team success through modeling and coaching.
  • Plan individual and group age-appropriate activities to actively engage children and encourage social, cognitive and emotional growth.
  • Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions, progress reports, and parent-teacher conferences.
  • Ensure all center policies and state regulations are met.
  • Ensure a healthy classroom environment – including maintaining appropriate hygiene and cleanliness standards and safety and security of children.
  • Supervise teacher assistants and classroom volunteers to ensure they are following planned activities, hygiene and safety standards.
  • Maintain accurate records, forms, and files.
  • Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.
  • Participate in staff meetings and school events as assigned.
  • 12 Credits in Early Childhood Education

Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Experience Required

  • Must speak English and able to read and write
  • Passionate about contributing to the intellectual and emotional growth of children on a daily basis.
  • Minimum of 1 years of professional childcare experience.
  • Prior teaching experience a plus.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
  • High energy and the ability to work well with others (staff, children, and parents) and to foster a team environment.
  • A strong understanding of child development.
  • Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
  • Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification.
  • Must clear full background check and must pass a health screening.

Physical Requirements

  • Requirements include the ability to use hands and fingers, handle objects, tools or controls, talk to and hear voices at many levels. May also be required to kneel, bend, squat or crawl.
  • A specific vision ability will be required including the ability to see up close and up to a certain distance, to see colors, have peripheral vision and depth perception.

Company address: Through The Eyes OF A Child

20 Dover Road West Hartford Ct. 06119

860 232-5405

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $15.00 - $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Paid time off

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift

School type:

  • Private school

Education:

  • High school or equivalent (Required)

Work Location: One location




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