Early Childhood Educator

5 days ago


Austin, Texas, United States Shalom Austin Full time
Job Title: Preschool Infant Lead Educator

Shalom Austin is seeking a dedicated and passionate Preschool Infant Lead Educator to join our team. As a key member of our Early Childhood Program, you will play a vital role in creating a nurturing and stimulating environment for our young learners.

Job Summary

We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced educator to lead our Preschool Infant classroom. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in child development, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with our team. If you are passionate about creating a values-based learning environment and are committed to helping children grow and thrive, we encourage you to apply.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead a classroom in a cooperative, team situation using organizational strategies and critical thinking skills;
  • Value each child as capable, resilient, and rich with both wonder and knowledge and instinctively discover with the children in their curiosity and investigations about the world;
  • Implement time-management and behavior management strategies to adhere to daily classroom schedules including individual and group activities, classroom and playground times, enrichment projects, toileting/diapering, snacks/lunch, and rest/nap periods;
  • Use open-ended questioning strategies and positive redirection, as well as provide facilitative classroom skills;
  • Implement creative, hands-on activities using sensory and natural materials and based upon the interests of the children rather than simply based on designated themes;
  • Cooperate to complete electronic weekly lesson plans, daily activity reports for children, child assessments, and individual/group documentation strategies;
  • Partner daily with parents, infusing values in all classroom interactions and activities;
  • Conduct parent/educator conferences twice a year.
Requirements
  • High School or equivalent;
  • Being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 is a condition of employment at Shalom Austin and required for all employees and independent contractors who work in the Early Childhood Program;
  • Demonstrated ability to learn and incorporate new philosophies and teaching strategies;
  • Ability to physically play with the children in the classroom and on the playground – including standing, walking, lifting (up to 35 lbs.), bending, and sitting on the floor;
  • Works well collaboratively in a team environment;
  • Proficient in the use of iPads/computers for use in daily reports, parent communication updates, etc. and/or quick to learn;
  • Positive Attitude and Self Motivated;
  • Passion for creativity, a values-based learning environment, and an educational philosophy centered around children as Constructivist Learners;
  • Pass all required criminal history background checks (which may, depending on the position you are hired for, include an FBI fingerprint check);
  • Adhere to our Mission, Core Values, and all HR policies and procedures.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Possess a Child Development Associate credential, degree in Education, or college coursework in child development;
  • 1+ Years of experience in Early Childhood Education;
  • Experience and/or degrees in a related field considered.


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