Early Childhood Educator

Community Day School is seeking a dedicated Early Childhood Educator to join our warm and welcoming community. The ideal candidate will have a passion for working with young children in our Jewishly diverse, play-based preschool program that truly feels like community. As an Early Childhood Educator, you will play a vital role in fostering children’s social, emotional, and cognitive development while inspiring an early love of learning in a nurturing, engaging environment.

Schedule:

• Monday-Thursday: 7:30-3:45, Friday: 7:30-2:45
• End of August-Beginning of June

Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee the daily care, learning, and development of toddlers and young children, ensuring a safe, engaging, and supportive classroom.
• Plan and implement engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons and activities for toddlers and young children.
• Foster a positive and nurturing classroom environment that promotes children's social-emotional development.
• Observe and assess children's progress and development, and communicate effectively with parents and caregivers.
• Collaborate with co-teachers and staff on curriculum, routines, and classroom strategies.
• Use positive guidance techniques to encourage cooperation and self-regulation.
• Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of all children in the program.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field preferred.
• Previous experience working with young children in a childcare or early education setting.
• Knowledge of early childhood development principles and best practices.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• CPR and First Aid certification preferred.

Benefits:

• Salary Range:  $40,000-45,000
• Comprehensive benefits package including health and dental insurance and retirement savings plan.
• Professional development opportunities.
• 9 days of paid time off and approximately 4 weeks of paid holiday closures.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment

If you have a passion for early childhood education and a heart for helping toddlers grow, we’d love to meet you! Apply today and join our team of dedicated, joyful educators