Float Teacher

Float TeacherBirch Tree Academy is a STEM-based preschool. We place an emphasis on academic development, discovery and exploration of science, building and everyday wonders.Why work at Birch Tree?Our teachers and staff are our most important asset and we take care of you accordingly. We give you the opportunities and support you need to be the best teacher you can be!You have the freedom to establish your classroom layout, décor and daily schedule.You can plan your curriculum (or use the provided materials for inspiration!)We give you all the management support you could hope for! Our directors have regular touch bases with all teachers to make sure they are properly supported and always developing. You also get planning time each week to make sure you're ready to go.If you have designs on becoming a director, curriculum coordinator or running your own school, this is the place.We pay for your Early Childhood Education class and then give you a $250 bonus once you pass!We have a fun, supportive work environment! We are allergic to gossip and drama, so leave it at the door. We hire happy people because that is who we all want to work with.We feed you all day!. We have our own chef that makes amazing meals all day for our kiddos and our teachers. And then we have the occasional taco party or lasagna cook-off for good measure. (Faint of heart need not apply!)Beautiful, new facilities that make it a pleasure to come to work.We pay better than any other preschool in the area!If you think you may be interested, keep reading!Right now, we are looking for a floater teacher that has great enthusiasm, patience, and a caring, kind heart. He/she will collaborate with the lead teacher and lead the class in all ways.Responsibilities:Help teach a class of 12 studentWork a full-time schedule (40 hours a week)Help plan and teach daily activities and lessons that correspond with the curriculumHelp promote multi-cultural educationMaintain a safe and healthy environmentHelp students learn classroom rules and procedures, as well as personal responsibility and respect for fellow studentsUse appropriate behavior management and classroom disciplineAttend to children's basic needs which might including: feeding them, dressing them, etcSupervise class projects, field trips and visits by guest teachersEstablish consistent communication with parents and childrenWrite weekly class and individual student updates to parentsQualifications Experience:childcare: 1 year (Preferred)relevant: 3 years (Preferred)Personal:Must be at least 18 years oldMust have ability to meet state and/or accreditation requirements for education and experienceMust have CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtainMust have impeccable references and a proven track record of caring and nurturing childrenMust have excellent organizational skillsThis Company Describes Its Culture as:Team-oriented -- cooperative and collaborativeThis Job Is:A good fit for applicants with gaps in their resume, or who have been out of the workforce for the past 6 months or moreA good job for someone just entering the workforce or returning to the workforce with limited experience and educationOpen to applicants who do not have a college diplomaWork Remotely: NoThis Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is:Dependable -- more reliable than spontaneousAdaptable/flexible -- enjoys doing work that requires frequent shifts in directionJob Type: Full-timePay: $21.50 - $23.50 per hourBenefits:401(k)401(k) matchingDental insuranceEmployee discountHealth insurancePaid time offParental leaveReferral programTuition reimbursementWork Location: In personBrightPath Kids Corp is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, provincial, or local laws.