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Salary
$15 – $18/Hr
Job Type
Full Time
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About This Role
Based in Mckinney, this support staff member opening at McKinney Montessori pays $15 – $18/Hr and requires the appropriate background.
Creating a Welcoming Environment
- The classroom should be a space where children feel safe, included, and supported.
- Maintaining a clean and organized classroom is essential for a productive learning environment.
- Establishing trusting relationships with each child is key to their emotional growth.
Supporting Emotional Intelligence
- Children should learn how to manage their emotions, share, and cooperate with others.
- By teaching children how to identify and express their emotions, we help them develop emotional intelligence.
- Modeling positive behavior and conflict-resolution skills helps children develop essential life skills.
- Encouraging self-confidence and independence empowers children to take risks and explore their surroundings.
Curriculum Planning
- Lesson plans should be tailored to early childhood learning standards and adapted to meet the unique needs of each child.
- Providing hands-on, play-based learning experiences fosters curiosity and creativity in children.
- Exploration in areas such as literacy, math, science, art, and music helps children develop a wide range of skills.
Language and Literacy
- Reading stories and introducing new vocabulary exposes children to a world of language and imagination.
- Supporting early writing and comprehension skills through engaging activities helps children develop their communication skills.
- Fostering listening and communication skills helps children build strong relationships with others.
Cognitive Development
- Introducing basic math concepts, such as counting and patterns, lays the foundation for future math skills.
- Encouraging curiosity, problem-solving, and critical thinking helps children develop essential life skills.
- Providing science activities that involve observation and exploration sparks children's natural curiosity.
Physical Development
- Activities that build fine motor skills, such as puzzles and crafts, help children develop hand-eye coordination.
- Planning gross motor activities, like outdoor play and sports, helps children develop physical fitness and coordination.
- Teaching healthy habits, such as handwashing and self-care, promotes a healthy lifestyle.
Observation and Assessment
- Monitoring each child's progress through observation and documentation helps identify areas of strength and need.
- Identifying strengths, needs, or potential developmental concerns helps inform instruction and support.
- Adapting instruction to meet individual needs ensures that every child receives a tailored learning experience.
Family Partnerships
- Communicating regularly with families about progress and concerns helps build strong relationships and ensures a collaborative approach to learning.
- Sharing strategies to support learning at home empowers families to become active participants in their child's education.
- Building strong partnerships with families helps support the child's overall development and well-being.
Structure and Routine
- Maintaining a predictable daily schedule helps children feel secure and develop a sense of routine.
- Teaching children to follow directions and classroom rules helps them develop essential life skills.
- Helping children transition smoothly between activities promotes a sense of calm and reduces stress.
Leadership and Character
- Demonstrating empathy, patience, and respect helps children develop essential life skills and values.
- Inspiring a love of learning through enthusiasm and creativity sparks children's natural curiosity and enthusiasm for learning.
We are always accepting applications for this role.
What You'll Do
- Create a safe, inclusive, and engaging classroom environment that promotes social, emotional, and cognitive development.
- Plan and implement play-based learning activities that align with early childhood learning standards and meet the unique needs of each child.
- Support children's social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development through hands-on, play-based experiences.
- Ensure children's safety at all times and maintain a clean and organized classroom.
- Assist with daily routines, such as meals, toileting, and rest time, to promote a sense of routine and structure.
- Promote positive behavior and help children develop essential life skills, such as conflict-resolution and communication.
- Communicate regularly with families about progress and concerns to build strong relationships and ensure a collaborative approach to learning.
- Observe and document children's development to identify areas of strength and need, and inform instruction and support.
Requirements
- Ability to create a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- High school diploma or early childhood education qualification (varies by region).
- Patient, empathetic, and positive behavior-management skills.
- First aid/CPR certification (often required).
- Knowledge of child development and age-appropriate practices.
- Experience working with young children.
Common Questions
What is the education required for this position?
At least a high school diploma or equivalent
What does this position pay?
This Preschool teacher for 4 years old role pays $15 to $18/Hr.
Is this full-time or part-time?
This job is Full Time.
Where is McKinney Montessori located?
McKinney Montessori is located at 513 North Central Expressway, Mckinney, TX
$15 – $18/Hr
McKinney Montessori · Mckinney, TX
Job type
Full Time
Posted
9 days ago
Reference #
166,901