Job description

Oak Forest Academy is a new kind of preschool that combines proven approaches to early education with innovative ideas designed to improve the experience for students, teachers, and parents.

As a growing and future-focused local business, we are looking for Full Time Infant / Toddler Teachers (Assistants) who are seeking to expand upon their experience and knowledge. All candidates should be flexible in their availability to work within the operating hours of 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. in a smoke free environment.

Who are we looking for?

You believe school should be a place of engagement and inspiration, and that all children should feel loved and empowered to reach their highest potential.

You are persistently positive and go above and beyond to ensure your time with young children are marked with high levels of engagement and enduring impact.

You are flexible and adaptable, quick on your feet and ready to do whatever it takes to be a part of a team working towards school success.

You are charismatic and can instantly command a room with your calm presence and effectively communicate to build sincere, authentic rapport with young children and their parents.

You love teaching and want to do it in a way that is sustainable for you but can also adapt quickly to feedback.

Key Job Summary:

Provide a nurturing, patient and loving environment to all children.

Possess deep love for children and a strong commitment to building positive relationships with families and the community.

Implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum designed to promote the social, physical and intellectual growth of the children in a way that is consistent with the unique needs of each child.

Evaluate and analyze the development and progress of each child and effectively communicate those results.

Partner and communicate with parents, with a shared desire to provide the best care and education for their children.

Cultivate positive relationships with families, teachers, state licensing authorities and community contacts.

Implement a positive, restorative approach to discipline focused on understanding and meeting children's needs and developing emotional intelligence.

Maintain DFPS guidelines for Minimum Standards at all times.

Qualifications:

Excellent communication, customer service, and problem-solving skills, including the ability to maintain composure under stress.

Strong organization skills, able to multi-task, and can manage time to meet frequently changing deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Ability to interact with students of all ages and skill levels.

Committed to building a positive team culture.

Pass required state and company background checks, including FBI fingerprinting.

CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain.

COVID-19 Vaccinated or willing to obtain.

At least 18 years of age with 1+ year of early childhood experience working in a professional setting preferred.

Bachelor’s in early childhood or relevant preferred.

Must be physically able to lift a minimum of 30 pounds and work indoors or outdoors. Must be able to assume postures in low levels to allow physical and visual contact with children, see and hear well enough to keep children safe, and engage in physical activity with children.

Proficient technological skills including the ability to use a desktop computer, associated software and an electronic tablet.

Company Benefits:

We are driven by a love for kids and the teachers who invest their time and energy helping those kids build a foundation for meaningful and impactful lives. We believe we can improve the early education system for both children and teachers, and by doing so, we can have a positive impact on not only those individuals but also on their current communities and the communities they will serve in the future.

We believe that teachers are critical to the success of every early childhood education program. At Oak Forest Academy, our management team is dedicated to empowering and encouraging our teachers to contribute ideas and feedback and engaging them in the implementation of new ideas and changes.

We provide a positive and supportive work environment with the following benefits:

· Medical, dental and vision insurance

· Education assistance and reimbursement

· 401(k) savings and investment plan

· Ongoing professional development and training opportunities

· State-of-the-art brand-new facility with ample outdoor space and dedicated space for teachers.

· Low student / teacher ratios

· You’ll also enjoy a friendly, like-minded team of individuals who enjoy what they do and supports you in your career too.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Signing bonus

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Preferred)
• Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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