Co-Teacher, half-day 1-3 yr olds
About This Role
Based in Louisville, this support staff member opening at 2nd Presbyterian Weekday School pays $20,000 – $22,000/Yr and requires the necessary professional qualifications.
We're seeking dedicated early childhood educators who prioritize building meaningful relationships with children and their families, and who embody a growth mindset in their teaching practices.
2nd Presbyterian Weekday School invites passionate and creative educators to join our team in our Toddler and 2s Classrooms for the 2026-2027 school year. Our educational approach emphasizes the development of strong relationships, supporting children's interests, and hands-on learning experiences.
We offer various teaching positions, including co-teaching, mentorship, and after-school roles. Our program operates from late August to May, following a traditional school calendar with breaks. Staff receive a continuous paycheck throughout the year. Available hours include Half Day (8:45–12:45) or Full Day (8:45–3:15).
What You'll Do
- Develop and implement age-appropriate lesson plans in collaboration with your co-teacher or mentor, grounded in best practices and early learning standards.
- Foster a supportive learning environment by modeling and coaching teaching team members.
- Craft engaging activities to promote social, cognitive, and emotional growth in individual and group settings.
- Maintain open communication with parents through regular discussions, progress updates, parent-teacher conferences, and community events.
- Ensure that the center adheres to all policies and state regulations.
- Contribute to a healthy and safe classroom environment, maintaining cleanliness, hygiene, and security standards.
- Accurately maintain records, forms, and files.
- Establish and work towards personal professional development goals to enhance teaching practices.
Requirements
- Must clear a full background check and pass a health screening.
- A specific vision ability is required, including the ability to see up close and up to a certain distance, to see colors, have peripheral vision and depth perception.
- The ability to take frequent walks, carry and pick up a child, use hands and fingers, handle objects, tools or controls, talk to and hear voices at many levels is necessary.
- Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills are essential.
- High energy and the ability to work well with others (staff, children, and parents) and to foster a team environment is required.
- Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills are necessary.
- An understanding of child development is essential.
Nice to Have
- A minimum of two years of professional childcare experience is highly desirable.
- An associate's degree in early childhood education or a related field of study, with a minimum of 30 credits in early childhood education, is preferred.
- A bachelor's degree in education or a related field of study is highly valued.
- Salary will be commensurate with degree and experience.
Benefits
Position Details:
The school year runs from August through May, following a traditional academic calendar.
This Half Day Co-Teacher position is Monday–Friday, approximately 20+ hours per week, with hours from 8:45 AM – 12:45 PM.
Financial Benefits
Work Environment & Additional Benefits
Classroom & Daily Support
Community & Culture
Common Questions
What ECE credentials are required for this position?
This role requires an associate degree required.
What does this position pay?
This Co-Teacher, half-day 1-3 yr olds role pays $20,000 to $22,000/Yr.
Is this full-time or part-time?
This job is Part Time.
Where is 2nd Presbyterian Weekday School located?
2nd Presbyterian Weekday School is located at 3701 Old Brownsboro Road, Louisville, KY