Part Time Infant Toddler Teacher

Intown Jewish Preschool is a Jewish Reggio Emilia-inspired preschool, and is currently looking for experienced lead teachers with a passion for education. We are a close-knit school family dedicated to innovative education for young children. Ideally, we are seeking candidates with Reggio experience and a background  in early childhood education. Our teachers are enthusiastic and passionate about working with young children. However, even if you lack a Reggio background, joining IJP presents an amazing opportunity if you have a genuine love for working with children and a willingness to learn!

• Key Responsibilities:
  • Provide a safe and nurturing environment for young toddlers to learn and grow
  • Foster social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development through play-based learning
  • Create a nurturing and predictable classroom environment and daily routines
  • Monitor and assess each child's progress and provide feedback to parents/guardians
  • Maintain accurate records of attendance, behavior, and developmental milestones
  • Communicate regularly with parents/guardians regarding their child's progress and any concernsDevelop and implement age-appropriate lesson plans and activities for preschool children.
  • Use effective engaging strategies with young toddlers learning, including storytelling, music, art, and hands-on activities
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills. Communicate with parents on an ongoing basis
  • Monitor and assess each child's progress and provide feedback to parents or guardians.
  • Collaborate with other teachers and admin for lesson planning, assessments, parent communication and school events.
     
• Skills:
  • Strong knowledge of infant/toddler development
  • Ability to create & implement engaging and interactive lesson plans that promotes the development of young toddlers.
  • Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with parents/guardians, and colleagues.
  • Patience, compassion, and the ability to handle challenging behaviors with empathy.
  • Organizational skills to manage classroom materials, resources, and documentation.
  • Classroom management and behavior management

• Requirements:
  • Previous experience working with infants/young toddlers in a licensed setting
  • Knowledge of infant/toddler development and best practices. Infant/Toddler CDA, college credit in ECE or ECE certificates preferred. 
  • Strong communication skills to effectively interact with children, parents, and colleagues.
  • Ability to create and maintain a safe and supportive learning environment.
  • CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
  • Familiarity with state licensing regulations for preschool programs.
  • 3 Professional references

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be required to perform other duties as assigned.

We offer competitive pay based on experience and education. Our benefits package includes paid time off, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

To apply for this position, please submit your resume along with a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience in early childhood education.

Job Type: Part time

Salary: from $17 per hour

• Competitive salary.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Paid time off.
• Supportive and caring employer.
• Nurturing work environment.