Preschool Teacher

About the role

We are seeking an energetic and passionate Afterschool Counselor to join our preschool team. The Afterschool Counselor will play a vital role with our school-age program. We are looking for a candidate with a genuine love for working with young children, a background in physical education or a related field, and the creativity to design engaging activities that foster a love for movement and exercise.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead structured activities, such as games, exercises, and obstacle courses, to stimulate gross motor skills development.
• Foster a safe and encouraging environment that encourages children to explore different movements and activities.
• Customize activities to meet the diverse needs and abilities of individual children, ensuring inclusivity and accessibility for all.
• Instill values of teamwork, cooperation, and sportsmanship through interactive group activities and games.
• Maintain open communication with parents and caregivers, sharing updates on children's day.
• Ensure the gym space is clean, organized, and equipment is well-maintained and safely stored.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or Bachelor's degree in physical education, early childhood education, or a related field preferred.
• Proven experience working with young children, particularly in a preschool or daycare environment.
• Solid understanding of child development principles and proficiency in designing age-appropriate physical activities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and motivate young children effectively.
• CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and adapt to the dynamic nature of a preschool environment.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation with hourly pay rate of $15.15 - $18.15
• On-demand pay with UKG Wallet
• 50% childcare tuition discount
• 401(k) with employer match
• Comprehensive benefit package including paid time off (increasing with seniority), paid holidays, medical, dental, and vision options, additional life, disability, and retirement plans, educational and professional development, tuition reimbursement, company-paid life insurance, and pet insurance
• Paid CDA