Apple of Your Eye is looking for fun and passionate teachers to join our team.
We are looking for lead preschool teachers to help create a fun environment while incorporating our curriculum to further our children's development.
*Responsibilities (includes but not limited to): *
* Supervise and ensure the safety and well-being of the children at all times.
* Plan and carry out the curriculum.
* Create daily reports for each child focusing on positive behavior and/or lessons learned.
* Implement and follow the daily schedule to ensure a routine.
* Make sure the classroom is age-appropriate and fun!
* Keep walls decorated and learning centers open and available.
* Keep classroom, bathroom, and closet neat and orderly.
* Maintain ratio.
* Conduct individual parent/teacher conferences at least once a year in April.
* Be familiar with school policies and licensing rules.
* Report any suspicion of child abuse or neglect
* Handle discipline promptly and in accordance with Apple's stated policy on discipline.
* Train and oversee any assistant teachers and floaters working in your class.
* Oversee sanitation and universal precautions policies.
* Facilitate parent involvement and positive communication.
* Regular attendance is an essential requirement of the position in order to offer children and parents consistency.
* Physical requirements:
* Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs.
approximately 100 times per day/shift.
* Standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching reaching, pulling, pushing, grasping, hearing, talking, and repetitive motion are physical requirements of the position.
*Qualifications of our Preschool Teachers: *
* Meet and exceed all state Child Care Licensing requirements.
* Previous experience in childcare, teaching, or other related fields.
* Possess a teamwork mindset, strong communication skills, organization skills and problem-solving ability.
* Ability to build rapport with children, families and peers.
*Benefits Our Preschool Teachers Enjoy:*
* Childcare discounts.
* Paid time off.
* Paid training hours.
* Teacher appreciation activities
* Compensation based on education and experience.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.
00 - $19.
00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 40 per week
Benefits:
* Flexible schedule
* Paid time off
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
* O'Fallon, MO 63366: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
License/Certification:
* CPR Certification (Preferred)
* Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person