Position Summary:
The Early Childhood Department at the JCC MetroWest in West Orange, NJ is searching for Full-time Lead infant/toddler educators. We have an impressive facility, supportive community, and a teamwork-oriented staff. This position is an opportunity to grow as an early childhood professional through on-going professional development and with supportive leadership. We take seriously your professionalism and expertise in child development and child-centered best practices.
Responsibilities include:
- Developing an emergent, cross-disciplinary curriculum driven by student interests and curiosity
- Planning and maintaining a consistent routine and classroom management using a supportive, positive redirection approach.
- Collaborating with an assistant teacher and colleagues across your age group, within a cooperative and growth-oriented atmosphere
- Minimum Qualifications:
- The ideal candidates will understand developmental milestones, be nurturing, patient, reliable and joyful. Knowledge of Reggio-Emilia and a constructivist approach is a plus. Must have the ability to communicate effectively with both parents and co-workers.
- CDA or College Degree in Related Field (e.g., Education, Psychology, Child Development, etc.) required
- Relevant experience required
- Bachelors Degree preferred.
- Salaries are commensurate with credentials.
- Full time staff enjoy generous benefits, PTO, discounts at the school, free gym membership, and professional development.
Available Shifts: 7:15am-4:15pm. 8:30am-5:30pm, 9am-6pm.
All applicants for employment shall be considered without regard to race, religion, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other classification protected by law.
Agency Information:
JCC MetroWest has been at the center of our community for 142 years, bringing people together while providing educational, social, cultural and fitness programs. Here at the J, we take every precaution to keep our community safe and healthy, as well as warm, inclusive, and welcoming.
Work Remotely
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $31,000.00 - $40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
License/Certification:
- CDA Certification or College Degree in a related field? (Required)
Work Location: In person