PREK TEACHER
About This Role
This support staff member position at The Shiny Penny Child Care Center in Chattanooga offers $13 – $14/Hr. The role requires no formal early childhood credentials to start.
We are seeking a dependable and energetic teacher for our 3-4 year-old classroom. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience working with young children. While a center setting is not required, it is preferred. Our teacher must be able to strike a perfect balance between fun and structure.
We offer hours of 2p --6:15p, Monday - Friday.
Side note: Please note that we currently do not have openings for staff children.
Important note: We will initially respond to your initial application via email. Please monitor your email inbox for our response.
What You'll Do
Responsibilities include:
- Facilitating engaging learning activities for the children.
- Supervising snack time and outside play, ensuring a safe and comfortable environment for all.
- Effectively communicating with co-workers and parents.
- Light cleaning in the classroom at the end of the day.
- Maintaining a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for the children.
Requirements
- Must clear full background check and must pass health screening
- Minimum age: 18 yrs.
- Proof of high school completion
- Experience working with young children.
- Provide verifiable references.
- High energy and the ability to work well with others (staff, children, and parents) and to foster a team environment.
- Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification, or the willingness to obtain the provided training.
- Non-smoker
- A strong understanding of child development and the willingness to complete required on-line training, at no cost.
- Requirements include the ability to stand on feet for a period of time, use hands and fingers, handle objects, tools or controls, talk to and hear voices at many levels. May also be required to kneel, bend, squat or crawl.
- High school diploma is required
Nice to Have
A bright disposition
A positive outlook
Truly enjoy being with children
Patience
Benefits
We offer a pleasant work environment with supportive co-workers and management.
Starting pay is determined on your experience with young children and education level.
About The Shiny Penny Child Care Center
The Shiny Penny has been serving families with quality child care for over twenty-five years. We are here to provide the very best of care and early education in an environment where children feel happy, safe, and loved. Our dedicated, trained and caring staff treat children with the kindness and respect that children deserve.
www.theshinypenny.care. Find us on Facebook.
Common Questions
What ECE credentials are required for this position?
No credentials required for this role.
What does this position pay?
This PREK TEACHER role pays $13 to $14/Hr.
Is this full-time or part-time?
This job is Part Time.
Where is The Shiny Penny Child Care Center located?
The Shiny Penny Child Care Center is located at 20 Belvoir Avenue, Chattanooga, TN