Part-time Preschool Teacher for School Year

Job Description

Summary

Emmanuel Preschool seeks a caring, enthusiastic teacher for the 2023-2024 school year. The part-time position is 5 days a week, but does have the flexibility for 2-3 days if desired. Founded in 1968, Emmanuel Preschool believes that young children learn best through play activities that are supported by their relationships and interactions with loving adults. We offer competitive salaries, a friendly work environment, paid leave, and support for professional development. Candidates need to be passionate about the value of play-based learning for young children aged 2-5.

Typical hours are 8:30 a.m. - 12:50 p.m.

Start date is August 26, 2024 and end date is June 10, 2025

Emmanuel Preschool follows the Alexandria City Public School calendar for winter and spring break

Ideal candidates will possess a BA in early childhood education or at least 2 years of classroom experience

Duties

Collaborate with classroom co-teacher(s) for planning lessons and activities that are centered around play-based learning

Provide positive and impactful learning experiences

Provide daily communication with families of students via a written email to the entire class

Provide two parent-teacher conferences annually

Attend teacher workdays before and after the school year (included in dates provided), monthly staff meetings, and professional developments throughout the year

Requirements

Passionate about the value of play-based learning for young children

Possess and utilize an understanding of children’s emotional needs

Effectively communicate with entire preschool community including directors and administrators, fellow teachers, and families of students

Nice To Haves

Possess a BA in early childhood education OR

At least 2 years of classroom experience

Benefits

Paid leave

Support for professional development