Early Preschool Teacher

Primrose School of Kingwood at Oakhurst•Houston, TX

6d•$13 - $15•Onsite

About The Position

As a Teacher at Primrose School of Kingwood at Oakhurst located at 19514 NorthPark, Kingwood Texas 77339 you will help young minds explore, discover and understand the world around them. We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Teacher to plan and implement an ongoing program of activities that promote the social, emotional, cognitive and physical development of each child, in accordance with the Primrose Balanced Learning® approach to teaching and learning. This job is for the Early Preschool Class and teaches two year olds. Primrose School of Kingwood at Oakhurst is an accredited private preschool that provides a premier educational child care experience. We offer year-round programs for children from infant through elementary-aged school age.

Requirements

Must meet basic requirements of Texas Minimum Standards for Childcare.
Previous teaching or assistant teaching position in a licensed early childhood program preferred
Knowledge of the social, emotional and creative needs of young children
Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs. in connection with the handling of children for the facilitation of programs, child safety, and potential emergency situations. For Infant and Young Toddler teachers, must be able to properly lift infants into and out of a crib.
Infant - Preschool Teachers: 2 year degree in early childhood or related field preferred
Pre-Kindergarten Teachers: 4 year degree in early childhood or related field required
Kindergarten Teacher: 4 year degree in early childhood and certified to teach in the state in which the school operates required

Responsibilities

Is responsible for the overall supervision and daily class functions of a group of children.
Observes all rules and regulations at Primrose School of Kingwood at Oakhurst and the local, state or national regulatory agencies pertaining to the health, safety and care of children.
Assesses each child's developmental needs on an ongoing basis.
Implements the approved lesson plans and daily classroom schedule in accordance with the Primrose Balanced Learning® curriculum and programming.
Plans with a member of the Leadership Team the parent-teacher conferences and student evaluations.
Maintains an attractive, well-kept classroom that encourages children to create, explore and make decisions with confidence.
Provides verbal recognition and acceptance to children while providing clear and consistent expectations for the children's behavior.
Accepts responsibility for maintenance and necessary housekeeping duties of the classroom, common use areas and playgrounds.
Attends all required staff meetings, workshops and/or school functions.
Maintains overall professional personal appearance adhering to the guidelines offered in the Primrose School of Kingwood at Oakhurst Employee Handbook
Assists in other capacities that Director, or designee, determines is necessary.