Job Description
Job Description
About This Role
Preschool Teacher
Come join our amazing team at the Growing Tree!
We are seeking a nurturing and creative Preschool Teacher to join our early childhood education team in Addison, VT. We are specifically looking for someone with preschool experience.
What You'll Do
- Plan and implement age-appropriate, play-based curricula that align with Vermont Early Learning Standards (VELS).
- Cultivate a warm, inclusive classroom environment where children feel safe, valued, and encouraged to explore.
- Observe and assess individual child development to tailor activities and support diverse learning needs.
- Maintain regular, open communication with parents and guardians regarding daily activities, milestones, and progress.
Requirements
- Sound understanding of early childhood development principles and positive guidance techniques.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and collaborative skills.
What You'll Do
- Know and follow CDD Child Care Licensing Regulations
- Planning, preparing, and implementing a curriculum that aligns with the Vermont Early Learning Standards/TSG
- Healthy classroom management skills.
- Maintaining a clean and organized classroom.
- Develop positive relationships with children, co-workers, families, and external personnel.
- Constantly shows up and wants to work as part of a team.
Requirements
- Professional experience with young children.
- Minimum Fundamentals.
- Vermont 9-hour orientation and mandated reporting.
- Infant and Child CPR/First Aid.
Benefits
- Sick Leave
- Retirement Plan
- Child Care Discount
- Professional Development
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Paid time off includes a 3-day Thanksgiving Break, school calendar December break, 1 Week School calendar April break, and a 1 Week July 4th Break
Additional PTO
Paid Snow days
1 Week in-service in June
Childcare benefit