Elementary art teacher Jobs in Charlotte, NC

Benefits:

• Bonus based on performance
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Tuition assistance

Are you bursting with enthusiasm for teaching our little learners? Do you have a passion for sparking curiosity and fostering a love of learning in preschool-aged children? Look no further! We're a brand-new facility on the hunt for exceptional educators like you to be part of our dynamic team.


What's in store for you:


A fresh start in a vibrant, innovative environment.


The chance to shape young minds and make a lasting impact.


-Collaborative colleagues who share your passion.


- Endless opportunities for growth and fun!


If you're ready to embark on an exciting journey with us, where every day is an adventure in early education, reach out to us today. Let's create bright futures together!


JOB SUMMARY


Provides a stimulating, safe and developmentally appropriate educational environment where children have the opportunity to develop cognitive, social, emotional and physical skills. Responsible for the daily planning, management and supervision of the classroom and children. Generally, may lead and functionally supervise an Assistant Teacher or aide. Responsible for ensuring that all parents, children and classroom staff concerns are appropriately addressed.


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Ensures that the physical, social and emotional needs of the children are met daily.
• Ensures all policies and procedures to keep the children healthy and safe are being implemented.
• Creates activities and opportunities that encourage curiosity, exploration and problem solving appropriate to the developmental levels and learning styles of children through welldefined interest areas.
• Assists and supervises children during all activities.
• Ensures that appearance, cleanliness and safe environment of classroom are appropriately maintained, in accordance with the NAEYC cleaning and sanitizing guidelines.
• Completes all Academy and classroom paperwork: for example, daily notes, student accident reports, attendance reports.
• Attends and participates in staff meetings, Academy events and parent meetings, as requested.
• Prepares and implements classroom lesson plans, programs and schedules.
• Develops, plans and prepares instructional aids and/or materials for classroom activities.
• Assists children with meal times and cleanup.
• Ensures that all classroom and outdoor equipment are in good working condition and are used and maintained properly.
• Directs activities of other staff in the classroom to ensure that the classroom functions in an orderly manner.
• Interacts with parents and maintains open communication to encourage family engagement.
• Maintains the Family Information Board and other classroom bulletin boards.
• Schedules and conducts parent and teacher conferences throughout the year.
• Ensures that all licensing regulations are being followed as required by the state.
• Must be able to lift no less than 40 pounds to at least waist high on a consistent basis throughout the workday.
• Must receive the required amount of training hours each calendar year per state licensing requirements

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Accepts temporary work assignments in the event regularly scheduled personnel is not available.
• Assists with planning and implementing Academywide events.
• Meets with prospective families; communicates appropriately with potential new customers.
• Assists in evaluating personnel within the classroom.
• Schedules field trips and speakers for monthly programs as directed by management.
• Prepares classroom portion of monthly newsletter.
• Performs other similar or related duties as necessary.

REQUIRED JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent and be 18+ years of age.
• 2+ years' experience working in a child care center.
• Must meet all state and local licensing requirements for position (NC Early Childhood Credentials - NCECC or its equivalent).
• Candidate must pass all state medical requirements and have a clear background check to qualify for employment.
• Must be able to lift no less than 40 pounds on a consistent basis throughout the workday to at least waist high.

Job Type: Full-time


Pay: From $16.00 per hour


Expected hours: 8 per week


Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person