The Westport School Hiring for Early Childhood – Teacher/caregiver Job at Saint Louis, MO Full Time

This is a small family-owned daycare business in Maryland Heights, MO.

We are seeking to hire teachers who will provide a positive learning environment for children!

We are currently hiring for all classrooms from ages 6 weeks to 5 years.

Duties

• Coordinate and implement educational curriculum by developing classroom activities based on developmentally appropriate practices and early learning standards
• Plan individual and group age-appropriate activities to actively engage children and encourage social, cognitive and emotional growth.
• Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions, emails and daily reports.
• Must have legible handwriting and spelling skills.
• Ensure a healthy classroom environment – including maintaining appropriate hygiene and cleanliness standards and safety and security of children.

Requirements

• Strong oral and written communication skills including a friendly and approachable demeanor.
• High energy and the ability to work well with others (staff, children, and parents) and to foster a team environment.
• Infant/child CPR ( will have trainings here)
• Must clear full background check, health screening and other trainings set by the center.
• Associate’s Degree preferred
• High School Diploma or equivalent ( required)
• Flexibility
• Problem solving skills

Nice To Haves

• A strong understanding of child development.
• Time management skills
• Experience in family or center based child care center.

Benefits

Full time employees eligible for benefits after a 90 day probationary period.
10 days vacation/sick POT
8 PTO holidays

Remote interview process to start. If a candidate is favored after a phone interview, an in-person interview, and tour of the facility will be scheduled prior to official hiring.