Job Description
Job Description
Newark Methodist Preschool is a preschool housed on Main Street in Newark, DE. For over 50 years we have had a well loved, play based preschool program for ages 2 - PreK.
Overview:
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Early Childhood Teacher to join our team. As an Early Childhood Teacher, you will play a vital role in shaping the minds of young children and providing them with a strong foundation for their future education. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of children during their crucial early years.
Lead Teacher of Newark Methodist Preschool
Qualifications:
1. Applicants must be 18 years of age.
2. Lead teachers are preferred to have a 4 year degree in early childhood development, elementary education, special education or child development. Applicant without one of the aforementioned degrees must have completed TECE 1 and TECE 2. At least one year of appropriate teaching experience with preschool children in a licensed childcare facility or public- school program is ideal. Applicants must demonstrate knowledge of: a. How young children learn and what they need to learn based on an understanding of child development and knowledge in specific subject areas. b. Teaching to each individual child based on temperament, responsiveness, learning style, ability, home language and culture, and other characteristics of each child.
3. An interest in helping children develop self-esteem, independence, respect for others, and an appreciation of God’s world is essential.
4. A lead teacher needs: a warm and congenial personality, a positive approach in handling children’s behavior, flexibility, respect for the difference and individual needs of children.
5. Teachers must be in good health; a physical examination is required before starting employment.
6. In addition to completing a minimum of 12 hours of in-service annually, teacher must be willing to study and use new ideas in the classroom.
7. Lead teachers need to be able to communicate easily and in a professional manner with the students’ parents.
Duties and Responsibilities:
1. With guidance of the director, to plan and provide a meaningful program for preschool age children.
2. To write daily lesson plans which are available to the director; lesson plans should be discussed at least a day ahead of time with the assistant teacher. Weekly lessons must be submitted to the director by the first of that week.
3. To attend staff meetings (approximately 2 each month, 1 to 2 hours) and to attend in-service training when necessary; this would include orientation and training as a new staff member.
4. To keep records for each child: a. Attendance b. Health c. Anecdotal notes (about children’s interests, strengths, weaknesses, behavior, etc...)
5. To work out a balanced and fair division of daily jobs with assistant teacher. To train and guide the assistant. To be cooperative and communicate well with the assistant.
Starting Date: 8/1/2024
Job Type: Part-time
Starting salary based on education and experience
Class meets Mon/Wed/Fri from 9-12 September - May
Some extended care/summer care hours may also be available.
Send resume and application to:
Mandy Manzella, Director of NMP
Newark Methodist Preschool
69 E. Main Street
Newark, DE 19711
Job Type: Part-time
Starting salary based on education and experience
Expected hours: No less than 12 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
Schedule:
- 4 hour shift
- Holidays
- No nights
- No weekends
License/Certification:
- EC Teacher Certification or eligibility
Work Location: In person