Overview
Preschool Teacher Jobs in Silverton, OR at Sweet Pea Learning Center
Job Overview:
As a Preschool Teacher at Sweet Pea Learning Center, you will be responsible for creating a safe, welcoming, and educational environment for children aged 4-5 years. You will implement a curriculum that’s provided for you that promotes cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development, while also ensuring that each child’s individual needs are met.
Key Responsibilities:
- Curriculum Development: Implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum that supports the cognitive, social, and emotional growth of preschoolers. Curriculum is provided.
- Classroom Management: Maintain a positive and organized classroom environment that encourages exploration and learning while managing behaviors in a constructive manner.
- Instruction: Lead engaging and educational activities, including arts and crafts, music, storytelling, and physical activities that are aligned with curriculum goals.
- Communication: Maintain open, effective communication with parents, guardians and management regarding their child’s progress, behavior, and any concerns. Conduct parent-teacher conferences as needed.
- Health and Safety: Ensure a safe and clean classroom environment, adhere to health and safety regulations, and attend to children’s physical needs, including diapering and feeding if necessary.
- Collaboration: Work collaboratively with other teachers and staff to create a cohesive learning environment and participate in team meetings and professional development opportunities.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Ability to lead a classroom with up to 10 children
- Be at least 21 years of age
- Supervise the activities of an aide assigned to his/her group
AND ONE OF THE FOLLOWING:
- Completion of 20 credits (semester system) or 30 credits (quarter system) of training at a college or university in early childhood education OR
- A one year state or nationally recognized credential in early childhood education OR
- At least 750 hours of qualifying teaching experience
OR
- Completion of 10 credits (semester system) or 15 credits (quarter system) of training at a college or university in education AND
- At least six months of qualifying teaching experience in a Certified Child Care Center or comparable group care program
PREFERRED QUALITIES:
- Completed OCC approved health and safety training
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with parents, staff, and Directors
- Ability to implement company policies and procedures with staff and parents
- Has a firm grasp of each and every child’s developmental level, abilities, allergies, and overall daily routine
- Able to organize information, lists, and organize classroom areas/supplies
- Able to manage and execute the flow of our day
- Minimum of 1 year commitment to position
Applicants must be available to work an 8 hour shift during the following hours: Monday- Friday 7:30am-4:00pm
What SPLC can offer you:
- Competitive Wage: *$17-20 per hour
- Paid Vacation Time
- Paid Continued Education (15 hours per year)
- Paid Team Building Activities and events
- Several family & staff events each year
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.50 – $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
Work Location: In person
Title: Preschool Teacher
Company: Sweet Pea Learning Center
Location: Silverton, OR
