Pre-K Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated full-time (40 hours per week) Pre-K Teacher to join our team and provide a nurturing and stimulating learning environment for young children. Responsible for administering the Pre-K program at the classroom level and supervise assistant teachers. The main focus is preparing students to be ready for kindergarten by teaching early learning foundations in basic subjects such as pre-reading readiness, and early math experiences are practiced daily. Prepare daily lessons and exercises; follow age-appropriate curriculum guidelines for preschoolers. Help students integrate with one another and interact in groups; identify emotional problems and address them with the child's parents or guardians during parent-teacher conferences. Assists Center Director and Coordinator in planning and implementing activities designed to promote the social, physical, and intellectual growth of the children.

Qualifications : Required :

• Bachelor's degree or be enrolled in courses towards a bachelor's degree in early childhood education within 6 months after hire, and must complete at least 6 credits annually;
• CDA or CDC is required;
• bilingual in English / Spanish preferred;
• two years' experience working with children in a day care setting;
• knowledge and experience on the normal range of development of children;
• demonstrate excellent leadership and organizational skills and the ability to motivate people.
• Must have a valid NM Driver's License with the ability to drive;
• able to comply with a level II background screening as required by agency and State Licensing;
• basic computer literacy in email usage, word processing, and internet navigation.

Compensation / Benefits : Pay range starts at $19. per hour or DOE. Catholic Charities provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes : 2 paid weeks off winter break, 10 paid holidays, health, dental, vision, life insurance, short term / long term disability, flexible spending account, 401 (K) retirement plan with employer matched savings, employee assistance program (EAP), PTO accrual up to 130 hours in the first 3 years, Professional development resources available

EEO-It is the policy of Catholic Charities not to discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee, because of age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race, religion, genetic information, or veteran status.