Preschool Teacher

This job was posted by https://joblink.maine.gov : For more information,please see: https://joblink.maine.gov/jobs/1336663We are seeking an experienced, energetic**Preschool Teacher**for ourHead Start Classroom at our**Norway Early Learning Center**. A PreschoolTeacher is part of a teaching team, under the direction of a LeadTeacher. This position is 40 hours year-round.Starting Pay Range: \$18.42-\$19.42/hour depending on education andExperienceThis position is currently eligible for an additional monthly wagesupplement through the State of Maine Early Childhood Educator WorkforceSalary Supplement Program. The tiered supplements are currently inpayments of \$240, \$360, or \$540 monthly.Visit[maine.gov/dhhs](https://www.maine.gov/dhhs/ocfs/provider-resources/early-childhood-educator-workforce-salary-supplement-program){target="_blank"rel="noopener"}for more information.Essential Duties Collaborate with Lead Teacher and contribute to high-qualitypreschool programming Planning activities and tailoring curriculum to meet childrenssocial, emotional, physical, literacy, and cognitive development Communicating with and supporting families in meet their childrensand families needsBenefits Year-round, comprehensive benefits package including health, dental,vision, life, short and long-term disability, accident, criticalillness & hospital indemnity Paid Time Off (up to 18 days for full-time employees) 13 paid holidays per year 403(b) pension plan with agency match Community Concepts is a qualified employer under the Public ServiceLoan Forgiveness (PSLF) program Numerous opportunities for paid trainingQualifications High School Diploma or GED is required, with a commitment tocomplete an agency-paid Child Development Associate credentialprogram or enroll in approved college coursework or a program thatwill lead to an Associate within two years of the time of hire Associates degree is preferredOther Requirements:**Experience in an early childhood setting; abilityto function autonomously and as part of a team; excellent communicationskills; considerable stamina to regularly lift, bend, carry, and performother high-energy activities; competency with Microsoft Office; abilityto obtain and maintain current CPR and First Aid certifications.Pre-employment physical, SBI, DMV, Maine and Federal Sex OffenderRegistry, DHHS fingerprinting, fraud, and federal debarment backgroundchecks must be completed upon offer of hire and as a condition ofemployment; valid drivers license and travel within the service area isrequired.Community Concepts, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Provider,committed to fair employment practices in full compliance withapplicable laws. Qualified applicants shall receive consideration foremployment without regard to religion, national origin, age, disability,ancestry, physical or mental condition, or any other legally protectedcharacteristic. Please request any necessary accommodations toparticipate in the application process.*