Early Childhood Educator

Pittsburgh, PA
Full Time
Community Day School
Entry Level
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
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