Ducklings Early Learning Center is currently looking for a creative and caring Teachers to join our team. Must love making new friends, smiling a lot, and going home happily exhausted because you just had The Best Day EVER!!! If you have a passion for working with children, are dedicated to early education, and wish to be surrounded by like-minded individuals, we want you to be a part of our family. Our school's owner and administrators are here daily to hear your concerns and help make your day-to-day job as smooth as possible!
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Manage and participate in the smooth running of a loving early childhood classroom at a highly regarded educational child care center.
Create and deliver lesson plans, care for each child individually, and assess developmental needs of students.
Maintain a healthy and safe environment.
Communicate positively with parents, co-workers, and management.
ESSENTIAL SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:
CDA, Two-year degree in Early Childhood Education or Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Education preferred but not required.
Previous experience as an Early Childhood Education Teacher in a licensed preschool or early development center preferred.
Experience using Teaching Strategies Gold and Brightwheel is a plus.
Able to furnish required clearances.
Exhibits strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Sense of humor encouraged.
BENEFITS:
Competitive pay
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
A 401(k) plan with matching employer contributions after 1 year
Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
Childcare tuition discounts
Educational assistance
Paid professional development days
Job Type: Full-time
Expected hours: 40 hrs per week
Pay: $15-$20 per hour depending on years of experience and education
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8 hour shift (between the hours of 7am-6pm)
Education:
High school or equivalent (Required)
MUST have a DEEDs Early Learning Teacher Certificate.
Experience:
Early childhood education: 1 year (Required)
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Ability to commute/relocate:
Middletown, DE 19709: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)