Careers

 

If you love kids too, read on! We may have your next job waiting for you.

 

Pay: $18.00 – $28.00 per hour

 

The setting:
Agudas Achim Preschool is a vibrant early childhood education center dedicated to
nurturing children ages 22 months to 5 years. Our welcoming and inclusive
program is in Alexandria, VA. We offer a supportive environment where young
learners can explore, grow, and develop essential skills for their future.

 

The job:
Seeking an energetic, lifelong learner and dedicated preschool teacher to join our
team. Work part-time from 8:45-1:15 or full-time from 8:00-4:00 or 9:00-5:00. (We
also always eagerly add to our roster of substitute teachers.) In this role, you will
model effective communication, persistence, flexibility, independence, and
collaboration. Along with your co-teacher, you will foster learning opportunities
and support the social, emotional, and cognitive development of young children.
Your enthusiasm and interest will inspire children to explore and discover while
ensuring a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment for every child.
Responsibilities:
• Encourage children’s growth and exploration using play-based emergent
curriculum.
• Promote literacy, math, motor development, social-emotional learning,
executive functioning skills, and engagement with Jewish holidays,
traditions, and values.
• Differentiate materials, environment, and instruction to meet developmental
needs.
• Communicate verbally/in writing about each child’s progress, needs, and
milestones.
• Ensure compliance with mandated reporting laws and child welfare
standards.
• Maintain a safe environment by adhering to all health and safety protocols.
• Collaborate with peers to enhance program and support early intervention
efforts

 

Experience:
• Prior paid or volunteer experience with preschool aged children is required.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively with parents, colleagues, and all
children in a professional and respectful manner.
• CDA or degree in early childhood or education preferred. Must be willing to
work towards CDA if you don’t have it.
• Knowledge of child development and best practices in early childhood
education.
• Prefer candidate with experience in emergent curricula and incorporating
literacy, math, movement, and social-emotional learning.
• Familiarity with varied abilities and early intervention strategies is highly
desirable.
• Awareness of Jewish holidays and traditions helpful.

 

Benefits:
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Flexible spending account
• Employee discount for preschool
• Paid sick leave
License/Certification:
• Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)