​Preschool Teacher (4 year old class)

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The Neshoba Early Learning Center, located in the heart of East Memphis corridor, is a center committed to education excellence and cultivating students’ early childhood years. Join our team of caring adults who help our students S.H.I.N.E. each and everyday! We provide a curriculum that educates and nurtures the whole child through songs, play, exploratory learning, preparing all child(ren) for kindergarten and beyond.

 

We are currently seeking a well-qualified Preschool Teacher (Full-time) for our 4 year old class.

 

Your Role:  

 

• Actively participate in daily classroom operations by adapting and implementing developmentally appropriate activities, materials and equipment to facilitate participation of all children

• Assists in planning and implementing age appropriate curriculum and activities to nurture and stimulate all domains of children’s development in their care.

• Provides a developmentally appropriate classroom environment that reflects the children’s learning and growth.

• Performs on-going developmental evaluations of children as required by DHS and develop lesson plans and follow curriculum implementation that addresses the individual needs of each child.

• Maintains ongoing, open communication with parents/ caregivers.

• Implements and supports nutrition routines.

• Provides attentive supervision of children: knows classroom enrollment, constantly scans classroom/playground to ensure safety, and closely monitors children by constantly taking attendance.

 

Preschool Teacher Required Skills & Education:

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• High school diploma or GED required

• Previous experience as a Preschool Teacher or Caregiver  in a child care center

• Academic coursework in Early Childhood Education (Required)

• Attend and actively participate in staff meetings, training, and professional development

• Must obtain and continually maintain basic first aid and pediatric CPR certification

• Must be at least 18 years old and have a valid driver's license.

 

Preferred:

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• Bi-lingual strongly preferred

• Childhood Development Associate (CDA) or Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE) preferred

• Strong communication skills

• Strong work ethic

• Ability to be flexible to center’s needs and hours

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‘Show Neshoba ELC Spirit  Help and respect everyone   Invest in Learning  Never give up    Ensure Safety’