Preschool Teacher

The preschool teacher is responsible for providing quality early childhood education by creating and implementing developmentally appropriate lesson plans that foster cognitive, social, emotional, and physical growth in residential children. Key duties include maintaining a safe, nurturing classroom, adhering to state guidelines, communicating with parents, and managing daily classroom operations and hygiene standards.

Candidates should ideally possess an early childhood education certification or degree and must have knowledge of dcf, naeyc, and school readiness coalition requirements, including health and safety regulations. Essential skills involve guiding behavior positively, strong communication, curriculum planning, and the ability to adapt to changing schedules and locations.