Early Childhood Teacher – Offers CDA Sponsorship!

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Our client is looking for caring, nurturing, and energetic full-time Early Childhood Teachers to join their premier preschool in Lyndhurst, NJ. The ideal candidate must be willing to work with children 6-weeks to 5-years-old; as well as be comfortable with diapering and toilet training.

• This is a Direct Hire position with the school
• Full-Time or Part-Time; Monday-Friday; year-round employment

Open Positions

• Lead and Assistant Younger Toddler Teacher: working with children 18 months to 2 years old and the shift will be 8:30am to 5:30pm or 9:00am to 6:00pm, Monday through Friday 
• Lead and Assistant Older Toddler Teacher: working with children 2 to 3 years old and the shift will be 8:30am to 5:30pm or 9:00am to 6:00pm, Monday through Friday 
• Floater Teacher: working with children 6 weeks to 5 years old shift can be 12:00pm to 6:00pm or 2:00pm to 6:00pm, Monday through Friday 

Potential Positions

• Full-Time and Part-Time Assistant Teacher: working with children 6-weeks to 4 years old and the shift can be 7:00am to 4:00pm, 8:00am to 5:00pm, 9:00am to 6:00pm, 9:30am to 6:30pm, or 10:00am to 7:00pm (open to discussing part-time shifts but MUST be Monday through Friday and between 7:00am to 7:00pm)
• Full-Time Lead Teacher: working with children 6-weeks- to 4-years-old and the shift can be 7:00am to 4:00pm, 8:00am to 5:00pm, 9:00am to 6:00pm, 9:30am to 6:30pm, or 10:00am to 7:00pm, Monday through Friday

Salary

• Lead Teachers: $18.50-$21.00/hour pending education, credentials, and professional Early Childhood Education experience
• Assistant Teachers: $16.00-$18.50/hour pending education, credentials, and professional Early Childhood Education experience
• Floater Teachers: starting at $16.00/hour pending education, credentials, and professional Early Childhood Education experience

Benefits

• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• 401(k) w/ match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Child-Enrollment Discount
• Child Development Associate (CDA) Sponsorship

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe and nurturing environment for children
• Responsible for the planning and implementation of age-appropriate activities and curriculum as well as the maintenance of educational portfolios
• Supervise and engage children in educational and play activities
• Maintain a clean and organized classroom
• Monitor and ensure the well-being of each child in your care
• Communicate with parents about their child's progress and any concerns
• Collaborate with other teachers and staff to create a positive learning environment
• Participate in training sessions, workshops, and staff meetings to enhance your skills and stay updated on best practices in early childhood education

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18-years-old
• REQUIRED Lead Teacher Education: High School Diploma or GED WITH 15 related college credits (Education, Psychology, Sociology, Human
• REQUIRED Lead Teacher Experience: 1 year in a licensed Early Childhood Education facility
• REQUIRED Assistant and Floater Teacher Education: High School Diploma or a GED
• REQUIRED Assistant and Floater Teacher Experience: 6 months experience with children 5 and under (babysitting/nannying OK!)
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. in connection with the handling of children for the facilitation of programs, child safety, and potential emergency situations – for Infant and Young Toddler Teachers, must be able to properly lift infants into and out of a crib
• Must meet background check eligibility

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

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