Part-time Preschool Teacher for 2024-2025 School Year

Summary

Emmanuel Preschool seeks a caring, enthusiastic teacher for the 2023-2024 school year. The part-time position is 5 days a week, but does have the flexibility for 2-3 days if desired. Founded in 1968, Emmanuel Preschool believes that young children learn best through play activities that are supported by their relationships and interactions with loving adults. We offer competitive salaries, a friendly work environment, paid leave, and support for professional development. Candidates need to be passionate about the value of play-based learning for young children aged 2-5.

• Typical hours are 8:30 a.m. - 12:50 p.m.
• Start date is August 26, 2024 and end date is June 10, 2025
• Emmanuel Preschool follows the Alexandria City Public School calendar for winter and spring break
• Ideal candidates will possess a BA in early childhood education or at least 2 years of classroom experience

Duties

• Collaborate with classroom co-teacher(s) for planning lessons and activities that are centered around play-based learning
• Provide positive and impactful learning experiences
• Provide daily communication with families of students via a written email to the entire class
• Provide two parent-teacher conferences annually
• Attend teacher workdays before and after the school year (included in dates provided), monthly staff meetings, and professional developments throughout the year

Requirements

• Passionate about the value of play-based learning for young children
• Possess and utilize an understanding of children’s emotional needs
• Effectively communicate with entire preschool community including directors and administrators, fellow teachers, and families of students

Nice To Haves

• Possess a BA in early childhood education OR
• At least 2 years of classroom experience

Benefits

• Paid leave
• Support for professional development