Preschool Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

Core Values :

Our teachers are dedicated to equipping children with the knowledge and skills necessary for early success and school readiness.

We believe that parental involvement is crucial in a child's development. By fostering a strong partnership with parents through regular communication, including newsletters and daily updates on their child's progress, we ensure a collaborative approach to education.

We create a secure and nurturing environment where children can enhance their communication skills and express themselves confidently among their peers.

Recognizing that each child learns differently, we value individualized learning experiences. Our focus is on boosting self-esteem, helping children identify their strengths, and building the confidence needed for a smooth transition to Kindergarten.

Respect is at the core of our interactions with every child, family, and team member.

Work Environment :

At Steeplechase, we facilitate children's growth, learning, and skill development, which is both fulfilling and rewarding.

Our Teachers are responsible for designing and implementing educational activities for young children, such as storytelling, art projects, and curriculum-based lessons.

Ensuring the well-being and progress of the children aligns with Steeplechase Academy's standards and complies with the regulations set by the Kansas City Department of Education.

Upholding respect for children and parents, our Teachers maintain a clean, safe, and well-equipped learning environment. Failure to meet these standards may compromise the safety and welfare of the children in our care.

Steeplechase Academy provides comprehensive benefits for full-time employees, including health insurance, dental and vision coverage, childcare discounts, paid time off, and holidays following a 90-day probationary period.

Compensation : $15 - $21 hourly

$15 - $21 hourly

Responsibilities :

• Plan and implement activities to meet the physical, emotional, intellectual, and social needs of the children
• Provide activities to encourage curiosity, exploration, and problem-solving at the developmental levels of each child
• Read books with children
• Emergency procedures need to be provided at all times
• Ensure children are supervised at all times; this includes all areas of our facility (restrooms, classrooms, hallways, playground)
• Actively engage with children at their level at all times
• Communication : Keeping parents informed of program expectations, program activities, and their child’s progress is vital to the success of our program.

You must be able to listen to parents and maintain open, friendly, and cooperative relationships with them. Open and positive communication with coworkers and management is expected at all times

Qualifications :

• Associates in Teaching or CDA
• 1yr + in an educational setting
• Must be able to pass a mandatory background screening
• Annual professional development required

About Company

Steeplechase Academy is the newest Montessori based Preschool and Private Elementary School in south Kansas City, located off 92nd Street and Wornall Rd.

We offer our full-time employees benefits after their 90 days; health insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, and child care benefits.