Preschool Educator

SHALOM AUSTIN • Austin, TX

11d • $19 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

Shalom Austin is seeking a creative and collaborative Preschool Educator to join their growing organization. This full-time, hourly position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a progressive, mission-driven, non-profit environment. The ideal candidate will be passionate about a values-based learning environment and an educational philosophy centered around children as Constructivist Learners.

Requirements

• High School or equivalent.
• Being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 is a condition of employment at Shalom Austin and required for all employees and independent contractors who work in the Early Childhood Program.
• Demonstrated ability to learn and incorporate new philosophies and teaching strategies.
• Ability to physically play with the children in the classroom and on the playground – including standing, walking, lifting (up to 35 lbs.), bending, and sitting on the floor.
• Works well collaboratively in a team environment.
• Proficient in the use of iPads/computers for use in daily reports, parent communication updates, etc. and/or quick to learn.
• Positive Attitude and Self Motivated.
• Passion for creativity, a values-based learning environment, and an educational philosophy centered around children as Constructivist Learners.
• Pass all required criminal history background checks (which may, depending on the position you are hired for, include an FBI fingerprint check).
• Adhere to our Mission, Core Values, and all HR policies and procedures.

Nice To Haves

• Possess a Child Development Associate credential, degree in Education, or college coursework in child development.
• 1+ Years of experience in Early Childhood Education.
• Experience and/or degrees in a related field considered.

Responsibilities

• Co-teach a classroom in a cooperative, team situation using organizational strategies and critical thinking skills.
• Value each child as capable, resilient, and rich with both wonder and knowledge and instinctively discover with the children in their curiosity and investigations about the world.
• Implement time-management and behavior management strategies to adhere to daily classroom schedules including individual and group activities, classroom and playground times, enrichment projects, toileting/diapering, snacks/lunch, and rest/nap periods.
• Use open-ended questioning strategies and positive redirection, as well as provide facilitative classroom skills.
• Implement creative, hands-on activities using sensory and natural materials and based upon the interests of the children rather than simply based on designated themes.
• Cooperate to complete electronic weekly lesson plans, daily activity reports for children, child assessments, and individual/group documentation strategies.
• Partner daily with parents, infusing values in all classroom interactions and activities.
• Conduct parent/educator conferences twice a year.

Benefits

• FREE membership to the fitness and aquatics center
• Discounts on programs, including personal training
• Regular opportunities for training and continuing education
• Outstanding medical insurance coverage through Cigna (company pays over 80% of the premium cost of the base plan)
• Life insurance (company pays 100% of the cost)
• Long-term disability insurance (company pays 100% of the cost)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexibility in work schedule

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED