*About us*
Afreya’s playground preschool is a small business in Durham, NC.
We strive to keep a physically and emotionally safe environment for our students and staff .
Our students are encouraged to be both thinkers and doers and under our careful guidance we know they can do amazing things.
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Our work environment includes:
* On-the-job training
* Safe work environment
* Lively atmosphere
`Job Overview:
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Preschool Teacher to join our team.
As a Preschool Teacher, you will play a vital role in shaping the minds of young children and helping them develop essential skills for their future.
If you have a love for early childhood education and enjoy creating a nurturing and stimulating environment, we would love to hear from you.
Responsibilities:
- implement age-appropriate lessons and activities that promote the physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development of preschool children.
- Provide a safe and supportive learning environment where children can explore, learn, and grow.
- Foster positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues through effective communication and collaboration.
- Use effective behavior management techniques to promote positive behavior and address challenging behaviors.
- Assess the progress of each child and provide individualized support or interventions as needed.
- Promote literacy education by incorporating reading, storytelling, and language development activities into daily routines.
- Maintain a well-organized classroom environment that is conducive to learning and exploration.
- Collaborate with other teachers and staff to plan and coordinate special events, field trips, and parent involvement activities.
- Stay updated on current trends and best practices in early childhood education.
Experience:
- Previous experience working with preschool-aged children in a classroom or childcare setting is preferred.
- Knowledge of early childhood development principles and practices.
- Familiarity with behavior management strategies for young children.
- Experience in creating engaging lesson plans that promote active learning.
- Ability to communicate effectively with children, parents, and colleagues.
- Strong classroom management skills.
- Experience in special education or tutoring is a plus.
If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young children and have the necessary skills and experience, we invite you to apply for this rewarding position.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.
00 - $20.
00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week
Benefits:
* Employee discount
* Professional development assistance
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
Ability to Relocate:
* Cary, NC: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person