Preschool Teacher

Loudoun County Government • South Riding, VA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Loudoun County Parks, Recreation & Community Services (PRCS) is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Preschool Teacher. This role entails teaching foundational skills to preschool children at a specific location for the County. This position, based on the assigned location, delivers learning activities for preschoolers; creates and enforces basic rules to maintain classroom discipline; supports physical, mental, and social development through games, arts, crafts, music, and field trips; discusses children's development with parents; and plans tasks for aides. This position supervises staff.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field
• Six (6) months programmatic experience with children or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Complete education and experience requirements to meet Virginia State Teacher certification for position.
• Must undergo pre-employment fingerprinting and Child Protective Services (CPS) background checks.
• Pass TB test within 30 days of hire and each year thereafter.
• Must annually complete a sworn disclosure statement or affirmation disclosing any criminal convictions or pending criminal charges.
• First Aid/CPR certifications prior to hire or immediately upon hire.
• Have or take OSHA (Bloodborne pathogens) training within 30 days of hire.
• MAT/EMAT training within 90 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Prefer Child Development Associate (CDA) certification or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Instructs and motivates preschool-aged children.
• Formulates program activities suitable for preschoolers.
• Manages children's behaviors, communication, and involvement in program activities; upholds the necessary staff-to-student ratios; and adheres to the established policies and procedures concerning supervision, interactions, and disciplinary actions.
• Observes the activities of preschool children.
• Safeguards the health and safety of children enrolled in the program.
• Facilitates supportive and professional communication with parents, site personnel, and staff; answers parent inquiries and requests; delivers program information to interested parents; and ensures the supervisor is well-informed.
• May carry out additional critical job responsibilities that are specific to the role and departmental assignment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level