Early Childhood Teacher

Title: Early Childhood Teacher

Classification: Classroom placement and Substitute teaching positions available are part-time with flexible hours. Full- time opportunities may develop.

Primary Purpose:

Plan, implement and supervise a classroom program for children ages 3 – 5 years in accordance with the philosophies and policies of the school, Step Up to Quality, Universal PreKindergarten, and Ohio Licensing regulations.

University Circle and Ohio City locations.

Reports to: Early Childhood Director, and on Site Administrator

Essential duties and responsibilities:

• Maintain a classroom environment for children that is developmentally appropriate and encourages and supports their exploration and experimentation;
• Plan for children’s learning using a developmentally appropriate curriculum stemming from children’s as well as teacher’s ideas which meet Ohio State Standards for early childhood curriculum;
• Supervise and monitor the safety, activity and behavior of children through observation and interaction;
• Establish a positive school/home relationship through daily interactions with children, staff, and parents;
• Actively engage all students in the learning process;
• Assist in classroom preparation and clean up.
• Other duties, as assigned

Educational Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred. Two Years of college coursework required.
• Childcare or Preschool classroom experience.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills

Other:

The Music Settlement has flexible openings for Early Childhood Classroom Teachers. Established in 1955, The Music Settlement has earned a reputation for excellence in all aspects of early childhood education and is recognized as one of the outstanding preschool programs in Northeast Ohio. The program has a strong emphasis on the arts, literacy and science.