Lead Preschool Teacher

Primary Duties: Develop and implement age-appropriate lesson plans for preschool children Plan and execute educational programs of age-appropriate activities for children in care that familiarize children with Spanish language, and Latin American customs, music, food, traditions, etc. Create a nurturing and stimulating environment to facilitate learning and development Use effective behavior management techniques to promote positive behavior in the classroom Provide physical education activities to promote gross motor skills development Incorporate activities that support childhood development, including cognitive, social, emotional, and physical domains Foster literacy education through storytelling, reading, and language activities Ensure the safety and well-being of all children in the classroom Collaborate with parents and guardians to support each child's individual needs and progress Maintain accurate records of each child's progress and development Maintain constant supervision of children Observe children for any health problems, notify the director, and follow the program’s procedure to inform families of sickness or injury Take daily attendance and maintain all requirements to keep Mi Escuelita in good standing as a licensed 5-star childcare center Establish and maintain effective communication with families In addition, the workload includes but is not limited to the following Maintain professional attitudes, a teamwork mindset, and loyalty to the school Build good communications with other staff to create a professional environment Attend pre-service and in-service training as required by the state Attend recommended training, workshops, and conferences that help grow his/her professional development in the field of early childhood and the improvement of early childhood education. Attend training on Spanish immersion educational methods in a majority-English country Observe the center’s discipline policy Experience

Early Childhood Education: 2 years (Preferred)Teaching: 2 years (Preferred)Knowledge of Early Childhood development principles and practices Ability to create engaging and interactive learning experiences for young children Strong communication skills to effectively interact with children, families, and colleagues Patience, empathy, and a genuine love for working with young children

Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree, Associate in Early Childhood Education, or CDAEDU-119 Certification or willing to take the course within the first 6 months of employment. Applicant must be a fluent Spanish speaker and have life experience in Latin American culture, such that the applicant is familiar with the customs, music, food, religious and holiday traditions of a Latin American country Applicant must have a minimum of two years of experience working in a licensed, childcare centerA current CPR and First Aid certificate within 6 months of employment

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: From $21.50 per hour Expected hours: No more than 40 hours/week

Benefits: 401(k)401(k) matching Dental Insurance Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Schedule: 8-hour shift Monday to Friday

Language: Spanish (Required)

Work Location: In person (Chapel Hill, NC)