Kindergarten Teacher

Overview

Children’s Land early childhood education center is looking for a Kindergarten Teacher who is passionate about working with children and can help maintain a fun welcoming environment for all children. We are looking for a well-qualified individual who understands child development and can nurture children's talents and help them achieve academic and social emotional goals.

• Create and maintain a positive, inclusive, and welcoming classroom environment.
• Establish and enforce rules and procedures for behavior and safety.
• Develop and implement lesson plans that foster academic, social, and emotional growth.
• Utilize a variety of teaching methods and materials to accommodate different learning styles.
• Integrate play-based learning and hands-on activities into the curriculum.
• Monitor and assess the developmental progress of each child.
• Provide individualized support and instruction to meet the diverse needs of all children.
• Encourage children’s curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking skills.
• Communicate regularly with parents and guardians about their child’s progress and any concerns.
• Utilize Brightwheel for daily communication with parents.
• Plan and participate in parent-teacher conferences and other family engagement activities.
• Collaborate with families to support the child’s learning and development at home.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and stimulating classroom environment.
• Ensure that all materials and resources are safe, appropriate, and readily accessible to children.
• Participate in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in early childhood education.
• Collaborate with colleagues and share insights and strategies for effective teaching.
• Implement positive behavior support strategies and interventions.
• Address behavioral issues promptly and effectively, working with parents and other staff as needed.
• Follow all health and safety protocols to ensure the well-being of children.
• Administer first aid and handle emergencies as necessary.
• Work closely with other teachers and staff to create a cohesive and supportive educational environment.
• Participate in staff meetings and contribute to the development of center-wide initiatives.

• Associates Degree in ECE or Bachelor’s degree
• Experience working with children in a classroom or childcare setting
• Team oriented
• Strong communication skills
• Reliable and consistent
• Patient with children