Preschool Teacher

Expressive Beginnings Child Care • Town of Webster, NY

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Is it your passion to work with children and help them learn through play in a fun and supportive childcare environment? Join our team at locally owned and operated Expressive Beginnings Child Care as a preschool assistant teacher! Expressive Beginnings is seeking a warm and caring person who is passionate about working with young children and possesses the ability to facilitate learning through play and child-initiated interests. This person will work with children ages 3 through 5. We are proud to be a 2025 Rochester Business Journal Elevating Women Award honoree. We’re committed to supporting and empowering women in the workplace and beyond.

Requirements

• Associates Degree in ECE, child development, or a related field or a CDA credential, or experience working in a daycare program with a plan towards achieving an associate’s degree or a CDA credential
• Demonstrate knowledge of NY state child care regulations
• Must be able to get on the floor and play and lift up to 45 pounds
• Must be a sensitive mature person who is able to relate well to both children and adults

Nice To Haves

• We will consider alternate education backgrounds as long as employee is willing to pursue education in early childhood

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement and supervise the program for the class consistent with the centers policies, philosophy and curriculum
• Keep the classroom in compliance with all NYS regulations
• Maintain required documentation as required
• Gear program to the needs of individual children in concern for their interests, special needs and talents and pace of learning.
• Teach proper health care in regards to toileting, nutrition, dental, physical care and cleaning of the children if necessary
• Maintain the ordered arrangement, appearance, décor and learning environment of the classroom
• Communicate with parents regarding information concerning their child and their daily activities of the center and inform the director of any parent concerns
• Attend staff meetings, trainings and conferences

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Retirement plan
• Health insurance
• Vacation and sick time
• Discounts for childcare
• A behavior support specialist for additional classroom and teacher support
• Paid training and ongoing educational opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree