Discovery Gardens Fullerton Environmental Early Learning Center Hiring for PT Art Teacher – Atelierista Job at Fullerton, CA Full Time

Discovery Gardens Fullerton

Environmental Early Learning Center
(657) 445-9800 or www.discoverygardensfullerton.org

www.discoverygardensfullerton.org/employment

You will need to submit a resume and cover letter describing why you are a great fit for our Reggio Inspired, Nature based preschool

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POSITION TITLE

• Lead Teacher
• Full Time Position
• Number of Positions: 1

WORK HOURS

• The Lead Teacher must be available between 7am and 6pm.

OVERVIEW
Our focus will be on outdoor education and environmental sustainability, with a goal of having students spend the a majority of their time in the outdoor classrooms, rain or shine, and following the principles outlined by the Reggio-Emilia philosophy, the pedagogy of constructivism and emergent curriculum. We pride ourselves on nurturing the competency of the children and teachers collaborate together in order to provide the best developmentally/academically appropriate experiences to the preschoolers.

www.discoverygardensfullerton.org/employment

MINIMUM QUALITFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
The ideal candidate will:

• Hold a BA in Early Childhood Education or related field.
• Have at least three years teaching experience in an Early Childhood classroom or setting.
• Have knowledge of the concepts of Reggio-Inspired curriculum, constructivist teaching and learning, environmental/nature-based education, and the California Preschool Learning Foundations.

• Have knowledge of emergent curriculum planning, implementation, and reflection strategies.

• Hold CPR/First Aide certification
• Have proof of immunization and T.B. clearance from physician upon hire.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, DUTIES, & SKILLS

• Supervise and instruct children ages 2-5 years
• Support the program’s Environmental/Nature Based Education and Reggio-Emilia inspired philosophy
• Plan, implement, and document emergent curriculum that is respectful of children’s current interests

• Plan, implement, and document developmentally appropriate curriculum as outlined in the California Preschool Learning Foundations
• Design an aesthetically pleasing age-appropriate indoor and outdoor classroom rich with natural and open-ended materials for open exploration and learning

• Maintain outdoor classroom garden spaces
• Communicate with parents about daily happenings and ongoing classroom projects
• Complete developmental screenings and assessments bi-annually
• Lead parent/teacher conferences bi-annually to discuss children’s learning and development
• Collaborate with families to develop individualized learning and development goals for children
• Curate a portfolio for each child during their time at Discovery Gardens
• Support school administration with the planning and hosting of school/community events
• Attend professional development opportunities
• Support with training, supervising, and evaluating part-time teachers and student interns
• Communicate regularly with school Director about ongoing classroom endeavors, projects, and interests
• Attend staff meetings
• A background in art and knowledge of art mediums is a plus

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Starting Salary:

• $20.00-$23.00 hourly, commensurate with experience

Benefits:

• The Lead Teacher will be eligible for health, vision, and dental benefits
• Life Insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Unemployment Insurance
• Vacation/Sick Time:
• two weeks of paid vacation for Winter Break when the program is closed, all federal holidays off (paid)

Please submit resume and cover letter

• No

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $20.00 – $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
Vaccination records must be shown at hiring. Surfaces are sanitized and disinfected regularly. Masks are optional.

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Preferred)
• First Aid Certification (Preferred)
• ECE Units- minimum 12 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person