Early Preschool Teacher

Job Description

The Mays School is located near Bellaire, TX. We are dedicated to providing quality education, an interactive learning environment, and wonderful experiences for children! We are looking for a highly motivated Early Preschool Teacher to work with children 18 months to 3 years of age and be part of a great team.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a friendly, excited, and dynamic team environment. Recent early childhood program graduates and students are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities:

• Create a fun and interactive classroom environment
• Develop strategies to positively guide children’s behavior
• Ensure the learning environment is clean, hygienic, and safe
• Follow prewritten monthly lesson plans
• Communicate with parents to achieve success of the child, school, and family

Required Skills:

• A love for young children and a desire to learn and teach
• Ability to build relationships with families, children, and co-workers to create a successful environment
• Must be able to use a computer with basic proficiency, lift a minimum of 40 pounds, and work indoors or outdoors
• Must be able to assume low postures to allow physical and visual contact with children, see and hear well enough to keep children safe, and engage in physical activity with children
• Must be able to speak, read, and write in English

Qualifications:

• Must possess an active Child Development Associate (CDA) credential (or be willing to obtain one) and meet NAEYC candidacy requirements
• Must possess active CPR and First Aid Certifications or be willing to obtain
• 1+ year of early childhood education experience (preferred)

Benefits:

The Mays School offers dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as paid time off after one year of service.

We pride ourselves in providing low teacher-to-child ratios, lots of wonderful supplies and equipment, and a quality age-appropriate curriculum. Please email your resume to apply.

The Mays School is an equal opportunity employer.