Job Description
Job Description
We are seeking a VPK Lead Teacher to join our organization! This individual will plan and present age appropriate activities for children.
Responsibilities:
- Instruct preschool-aged children in activities designed to promote intellectual and creative growth
- Create a fun and safe learning environment
- Develop schedules and routines to ensure adequate physical activity, rest, and playtime
- Establish and maintain positive relationships with students and parents
- Communicate with parents on students' growth and progress
- Maintain the health and safety of all students
Qualifications:
- Previous experience in childcare, teaching, or other related fields
- Passionate about working with children
- Ability to build rapport with children
- Positive and patient demeanor
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Requirements:
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- DCF 45 hour training completed
- Previous experience in preschool education
- FCCP/CDA/Staff Credential
- A level 2 background check is required by DCF for employment
- Bilingual is a plus! (English required)
- Strong verbal and written communicator with some tech savy skills
- Be very motivated and innovative to promote child learning