Preschool Teacher
Join an impactful, passionate early childhood education organization that values staff development, wellness and feedback while enriching the lives of children and families in the communities we serve
High-Quality Preschool located in Watervliet is currently looking for Preschool Teachers serving classrooms with children ages 3-5 for our next Program year (August 2024 - May 2025.
About Us:
Our impact lasts a lifetime. TCHS employees promote social, emotional and physical health in our community by providing high-quality education, health services and more for the families who need us most in Berrien, Cass, and Van Buren counties.
Position Summary:
Teaches preschool children in a classroom setting. Implements curriculum, on-going observation, assessment, and child outcomes systems, consistent with program policies and the Head Start Performance Standards. They work as a partner with families in the health, attendance, and education of their children. Supervises and provides direction/guidance to Associate Teacher and Classroom Support Staff.
TCHS provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Education Requirement:
Minimum: AA degree in Early Childhood Education
Desired: BA degree in Early Childhood Education
Related Experience: Minimum: One-year related experience preferred
Employee Benefits:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life Insurance
- Additional Insurance Options: Supplemental Life, Dependent life, Accidental Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, along with short and long- term disability options.
- 401(k) Employer Contribution
- Tuition Assistance
- Paid Holiday Time (5 weeks per year)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Leave Time
- Paid Vacation Time
Employee Assistance Programs and a dedicated wellness committee are available to provide resources to help enhance your life inside and outside of work.
Job Type: Full-Time, Salaried, Program year (August 2024 - May 2025)
Rate of Pay: AA: $1,434.40 bi-weekly BA: $1,632.80 bi-weekly
Pre-Employment Requirements: Physical, TB Test, Background Check and Drug Screen
- Department
- Education
- Role
- Teacher
- Locations
- Watervliet
Watervliet
Preschool Teacher
Join an impactful, passionate early childhood education organization that values staff development, wellness and feedback while enriching the lives of children and families in the communities we serve
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