Early Childhood - Classroom Teacher

Bristol Family Center is seeking an early childhood educator to join our outstanding team. This is a full-time position. Bristol Family Center is a full-day, full-year program educating and caring for children ages 6 weeks through 6 years and their families. Candidates will be enthusiastic about play-based, nature-inspired learning that is focused on partnerships with families and the community.

What You'll Do
• Coordinate and implement educational curriculum by developing classroom activities based on developmentally appropriate practices and early learning standards
• Lead by example; encourage teaching team success through modeling and coaching.
• Plan individual and group age-appropriate activities to actively engage children and encourage social, cognitive and emotional growth.
• Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions, progress reports, and parent-teacher conferences.
• Ensure all center policies and state regulations are met.
• Ensure a healthy classroom environment – including maintaining appropriate hygiene and cleanliness standards and safety and security of children.
• Supervise teacher assistants and classroom volunteers to ensure they are following planned activities, hygiene and safety standards.
• Maintain accurate records, forms and files.
• Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.

Requirements
• Minimum of an associate degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field or Apprenticeship Certificate
• Must clear full background check, including fingerprints
• Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to become trained).
• Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
• High energy and the ability to work well with others, and to foster a team environment.
• Leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves
• Completed Vermont Orientation training
• Completed Vermont Mandated Reporting Training
• Pediatric First Aid and CPR

Benefits
• Employee assistance program
• Child care discount
• Paid time off (CTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Professional development assistance
• Access to Telehealth services and EAP

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and implement educational curriculum by developing classroom activities based on developmentally appropriate practices and early learning standards
• Lead by example; encourage teaching team success through modeling and coaching
• Plan individual and group age-appropriate activities to actively engage children and encourage social, cognitive and emotional growth
• Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions, progress reports, and parent-teacher conferences
• Ensure all center policies and state regulations are met
• Ensure a healthy classroom environment – including maintaining appropriate hygiene and cleanliness standards and safety and security of children
• Supervise teacher assistants and classroom volunteers to ensure they are following planned activities, hygiene and safety standards
• Maintain accurate records, forms and files
• Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement