Preschool Teacher

White Birch Center is a progressive and community-focused early education center located in the heart of Henniker, NH. Our mission is to enrich lives and strengthen community—and our Early Learning Program plays a central role in that vision. We believe that early childhood education is the foundation for a thriving community, and we are seeking a passionate and dedicated Early Childhood Teacher to join our full-time program.

About the role

As a Preschool Teacher at White Birch Center, you will work with children ages 2.5 to 5 years, helping to create a nurturing, stimulating, and developmentally appropriate learning environment. You’ll be part of a collaborative and supportive team that values creativity, enthusiasm, and the meaningful relationships formed with children and families.

Responsibilities

• Foster a safe, inclusive, and engaging classroom environment
• Support each child’s individual social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development
• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities and curriculum
• Build positive relationships with families and communicate regularly about child progress
• Collaborate with team members to ensure high-quality care and education
• Maintain compliance with NH Child Care Licensing regulations and center policies

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• A minimum of 9 Early Childhood Education college credits from a regionally accredited college or university OR at least 3 credits in child growth and development and documentation of 1000 hours working within a Licensed Early Childhood Center
• Minimum of one year's experience working with children in an early childhood environment
• Must be able to successfully pass an NH Criminal Background Check and a DCYF Central Registry Check
• Availability to work 8 hour shifts within the center's operating hours of 7:30AM to 5:00PM

Skills

• CPR & First Aid Certificate (preferred)
• Collaborative Teaching experience (preferred)
• Experience with assessing and documenting children's growth and learning (preferred)
• Experience creating curriculum and supporting children's learning through the Emergent Curriculum (preferred)

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Leave
• Sick Leave
• Retirement Plan
• Child Care Discount
• Professional Development
• Aflac Supplemental Insurance
• Paid Time Off