Part-Time Preschool Teacher

Position Description:

    Preschool Classroom Teacher (T/W/Th 8:40-2:45)
    Preschool Classroom Teacher (T/Th 8:40-2:45)
    PE Teacher (T/Th 9-12)

These part-time positions will begin no later than August 24, 2026 and run through May 20, 2027 with the possibility of teaching a 4 week summer camp session. Salary commensurate with education and experience. 

Responsibilities:

*    Is responsible for the overall supervision and daily class functions of a class of 16-18 children.

*    Assesses each child's developmental needs on an ongoing basis.

*    Plans with co-teacher and implements the approved lesson plans and daily classroom schedule.

*    Works directly with co-teacher to complete all required parent-teacher conferences and student evaluations.

*    Provides an attractive, well-kept classroom that encourages creativity, exploration and decision-making by the children.

*    Ensures that all class bulletin boards are current and reflect the curriculum taught in the classroom.

*    Provide parents with an overview of classroom material through weekly newsletters and monthly calendars.

*    Provides children with verbal praises and acceptance while providing clear and consistent expectations for the children's behavior.

*    Accepts responsibility for maintenance and necessary housekeeping duties of the classroom, common use areas and playgrounds.

*    Maintains Ward Parkway Preschool's professional attitude and work behavior.

*    Assists in other capacities as determined by the Directors.

*    Attends all required staff meetings, workshops and/or school functions as determined by the Directors.

*    Observes all rules and regulations of  Ward Parkway Preschool as  well as the local, and state regulatory agencies pertaining to the health, safety and care of children.

*    Maintains overall professional personal appearance adhering to the guidelines offered in the staff handbook.

Qualifications: Candidates MUST hold these qualifications. Please do not apply for this position if you do not have these qualifications. 

*    Degree in elementary education, early childhood or a related field including 120 college semester hours, 12 of which must be in early childhood, youth development or child/family related courses OR at least 3 years minimum experience working in a Preschool setting.

*    Superb communications skills -- oral and written

*    Must be able to lift a minimum of 40 pounds.

*    Both indoor and outdoor environments are utilized in our preschool facility.  Depending upon activities and season, may be required to be outdoors for regular, prolonged activities.

*    Experience in classroom environment

*    Ability to juggle multiple tasks.

*    Must be willing to obtain CPR and First Aid certification within the first 3 months of employment.

Qualified applicants may submit resume and cover letter to office@wardparkwaypreschool.com