Overview
TBOE Lead Preschool Teacher (3-4 yo) Jobs in Trenton, NJ at Forrest Valley Day Care Center, Inc.
Job description
Forrest Valley Day Care Center, Inc. is a nonprofit organization that has been in existence for over 40 years. We pride ourselves on creating a safe and nurturing environment for not only our students and families but also our staff; we know that our business would not be successful without our dedicated employees! As an organization one of our goals is to build strong foundations to set our students up for success as they progress in their education. We are not just a school, as education is not our only focus, we take a whole child approach and work to infuse positive experiences and outlets for all those we serve. We are currently accepting applications/resumes from outgoing, creative, and committed seasoned Lead Preschool teacher for our Department of Education’s preschool program (Formerly known as Abbott).
Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
Use of the Creative Curriculum and Teaching Strategies Gold
Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interest of the students
Establish a classroom environment that aligns with Creative Curriculum and ECERS
Guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and establishes clear objectives for all lessons, studies, projects, and the like to communicate these objectives to students and families
Comfortable using technology for online student assessment, communication, research, teaching, etc.
Assist in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials
Establish and maintain cooperative and strong relationships with parents, students, staff and community stakeholders
Communicate effectively using the English language (bilingual/multilingual is a plus)
Greet children and families pleasantly and appropriately, ensuring a smooth transition into the classroom, a positive home-school connection and a family partnership
Encourage parents to become involved in workshops, trainings and school activities
Maintain compliance with policies and procedures
Attend staff and parent meetings
Conduct parent teacher conferences
CPR and first aid certification maintained and renewed as needed
Show professional and enthusiasm for teaching
Identify and report child abuse/neglect
Qualifications
Educational Requirements:
B.A Degree or at least 120 college credits in Early Childhood Education or equivalency
NJ P-3 Certification (Required)
Experience Requirements:
Professional experience of working with children ages 3 – 5 yr old
Preferred:
Bilingual/multilingual with fluency
Employment will be contingent upon satisfactory receipt of:
CHRI (Criminal History Record- fingerprint)
CARI (Child Abuse Record – background check)
Will need to have:
Current state approved CPR and first aid
Current health physical
Current TB test by the Mantoux method
Salary: Commensurate with education and experience
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Vision insurance
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
License/Certification:
CPR Certification (Required)
NJ P-3 Certification (Required)
Work Location: In person
Title: TBOE Lead Preschool Teacher (3-4 yo)
Company: Forrest Valley Day Care Center, Inc.
Location: Trenton, NJ
