All Year- Preschool Teacher (3's)

We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Preschool Teacher to plan and implement an ongoing program of activities that promote the social, emotional, cognitive and physical development of each child. Want to make an application Make sure your CV is up to date, then read the following job specs carefully before applying. *Primary Responsibilities:*

• Responsible for the overall supervision and daily classroom function of children.
• Adhere to New Fairfield Bright Beginnings Policy & Procedure in accordance with local and state regulations pertaining to the health, safety and care of children.
• Assess each child's developmental needs on an ongoing basis.
• Develop and implement lesson plans and daily classroom schedule in accordance with the curriculum and programming with support of the Preschool Coordinator.
• Meet the individual needs of children including feeding and diapering/toilet training.
• Coordinate with Leadership to schedule parent-teacher conferences and student evaluations.
• Maintain an attractive, well-kept classroom that encourages children to create, explore and make decisions with confidence.
• Provide verbal recognition and acceptance to children while providing clear and consistent expectations for the children's behavior.
• Accept responsibility for maintenance and necessary housekeeping duties of the classroom, common use areas and playgrounds.
• Attend all required staff meetings, workshops and/or school functions.
• Maintain overall professional personal appearance adhering to our guidelines.
• Assist in other capacities that Director, or designee, determines is necessary.
• Communicating appropriately and professionally with children, parents and fellow staff.

*Desired skills and experience:*

• Must meet basic requirements of local child care regulatory agency.
• Previous teaching or assistant teaching position in a licensed early childhood program preferred.
• Knowledge of the social, emotional and creative needs of young children.
• Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs. in connection with the handling of children for the facilitation of programs, child safety, and potential emergency situations. For Infant and Young Toddler teachers, must be able to properly lift infants into and out of a crib.
• 4 year degree in early childhood or related field and/or 12 ECE college credits preferred but not required
• 1 year+ experience in childcare setting.
• CPR and First Aid Training certificate is preferred. xhmxlyz
• CDA is plus.

Expected hours: No more than 40.0 per week

Ability to Commute:

• New Fairfield, CT 06812 (Required)