Preschool Educator

Youth In Need • Wentzville, MO

65d • $16 - $22

About The Position

At Youth In Need, we value community and relationships. We encourage courageous spaces, leaning into discomfort, and stretching your learning muscles. As a Preschool Educator, you'll create a warm, welcoming classroom environment that helps children reach their highest potential while partnering with parents and your colleagues to help make this happen. You'll show exemplary responsive care, while demonstrating classroom management skills, lesson planning and developmentally appropriate practice.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or advanced degree in Early Childhood education or Child Development from an accredited college/university. A related degree will be considered with at least 36 hours in ECE/Child Development.
• 3+ years' experience working in a Head Start Program or a licensed community childcare program, preferred.
• Driver's License
• Ability to be CPR certified

Nice To Haves

• 3+ years' experience working in a Head Start Program or a licensed community childcare program

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance at low cost
• Paid Time Off including 12 Holidays, 1 Floating Holiday, 12 Sick Days and 2 Weeks Vacation (which increases with years of service)
• 401k with 3% Employer Match
• Tuition Assistance
• Opportunity for growth

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Social Assistance
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees