Preschool Teacher Details

Preschool Teacher

East Wake Education Foundation - Wendell, NC

Employment Type : Full-Time

East Wake Education Foundation

Preschool Teacher

About Us

Formed in 1993, East Wake Education Foundation (EWEF) is a 501c3 nonprofit organization that serves children birth-5 years old and their parents in eastern Wake County. Our mission is to provide young children and their families in eastern Wake County access to quality preschool and a network of educational and developmental resources. Our vision is that one day, every child will reach school age with a strong foundation, ready to succeed. East Wake Education Foundation is hiring an assistant preschool teacher with a background in early childhood education who wants to join our team and make a valuable contribution to young children in our communities.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Two-year degree in an early childhood education or Four-year degree in elementary education.
• Fluent in Spanish a Plus
• CPR Certification a Plus

The Ideal Candidate has…

• The ability and desire to provide quality, nurturing care to children enrolled in the

program

• Strong communication skills and the ability to work closely with parents
• Excellent administrative, organizational, and communication skills
• An eagerness to learn and the ability to implement new skills and expertise
• The ability to work independently, take initiative, and make appropriate judgment calls
• The ability to assist the Program Director in supporting families and facilitating daily programming
• The desire to maintain a clean and organized resource center
• Comfortable working alone with 10-12 preschoolers and their parents
• Willing to set up and break down a classroom each session
• Travel to satellite location in a company vehicle
• Collect and report data for satellite programming
• Prepare materials and activities for weekly programming
• Assist in identifying and recruiting families for programming

Education

• Two-year degree in early childhood education or Four-year degree in elementary education.

Schedule

• Regular work schedule Monday through Thursday 9:00 am -2:00 pm (20 hours per week)
• Occasional meetings and events outside of normal working hours (Notice will be given in advance of dates and times)

Salary and Benefits

• Temporary, salaried employee (funded through June 2024) includes 10-12 paid holidays and 8 paid vacation days
• Salary range: $16,000-$17,500

How to Apply

The application packet consists of: (1) a cover letter that summarizes your experience as it applies to the requirements of this job; (2) current resume; (3) at least three professional references.

Applications will be accepted through July 15, 2022 or until the ideal candidate has been identified. A background check will be conducted before a candidate is hired.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $16,000.00 - $17,500.00 per year

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift

COVID-19 considerations:
At this time we are strongly recommending families and staff wear masks. We take temperatures when families enter our facility and ask COVID screening questions.

License/Certification:

• NC Drivers License (Required)

Work Location: One location