Creative Learning Preschool is hiring part-time teachers. Part-time shifts are typically 2-3 hours per day between the hours of 7:00-10:00 or 3:00-6:00. Priority is given to applicants that have Monday-Friday availability.
Joining CLP means joining a supportive and professional work environment. CLP is committed to providing a nurturing environment that supports the emotional, social, physical and cognitive development of all children. We work together with families to create a community that empowers children by instilling a positive sense of self, empathy toward others and an appreciation for diversity. We provide care for children 6 weeks-pre-k/4K. We also offer a summer camp for children age 6-12.
Our Program benefits from a play based High/Scope curriculum. Teachers plan their own classrooms individual weekly lesson plans including incorporating our downtown neighborhood, the library, Capitol lawn and neighboring museums with guidance and training from in-house curriculum coordinators. Children and staff alike have fun while working and learning. Programming also includes music and movement classes for all ages, Spanish and gymnastics for preschoolers. Meals are served family style with a focus on food that is prepared from scratch and fresh, sourcing from our on-sight garden when possible. Classrooms often benefit from support staff reducing staff to child ratios as well as smaller group sizes.
Experience in ECE or related course work is preferred.
Background in Early Childhood Education or related field.
CLP offers opportunities for professional growth and advancement within the Program. Staff compensation includes comprehensive health and dental insurance, short and long term disability, employer matched retirement plan, meals and discounted child care rates. Wages are based on years of ECE classroom experience and education with starting pay ranging between $10.00-$14.00.