Expansion Program Preschool Teacher

Children of America•Cinnaminson, NJ

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Children of America (COA) is seeking a passionate and dedicated Expansion Program Preschool Teacher to join their team. This role involves providing high-quality preschool education to eligible three- and four-year-old children through a partnership between the school district and Children of America. The ideal candidate is a certified early childhood educator who enjoys creating engaging learning experiences, building strong relationships with families, and helping young children reach important developmental milestones. COA is a nationally accredited early childhood education organization with over 65 locations across 18 states, offering care and education for children from infancy through school age. The Expansion Program Preschool is a partnership designed to provide a strong educational foundation for young learners in a structured, supportive environment, focusing on academic, social, emotional, and physical development to prepare children for their next stage of education.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree
Completion of an approved teacher preparation program
P-3 Certificate of Eligibility (CE)
Minimum 2 years of experience in a licensed childcare or early childhood education setting
Current CPR and First Aid certification
Must meet all applicable state licensing and program requirements
Strong classroom management and organizational skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities
Ability to build positive relationships with children, families, and staff
Flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic educational environment
Commitment to professional development and continuous learning

Responsibilities

Create a safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning environment.
Plan and implement engaging, age-appropriate daily lesson plans and learning activities.
Lead classroom instruction using COA's Mind and Body Matters curriculum.
Create a structured, nurturing, and positive classroom environment.
Support children's cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development.
Establish appropriate classroom expectations and routines.
Observe and document children's progress and developmental milestones.
Complete child progress reports and required classroom documentation.
Communicate professionally and consistently with parents and families.
Build strong, collaborative relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
Respond to children's individual needs with patience, empathy, and understanding.
Utilize technology to support documentation, communication, and child progress tracking.
Maintain a clean, organized, and engaging classroom.
Collaborate with school management, teaching staff, and district partners.
Participate in professional development and training.
Follow COA policies, procedures, curriculum expectations, and all applicable state requirements.