Teacher

About the role

We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Teacher to plan and implement an ongoing program of activities that promote the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development of each child, in accordance with the Primrose Balanced Learning® approach to teaching and learning.

Primary Responsibilities

• Is responsible for the overall supervision and daily class functions of a group of children.
• Observes all rules and regulations at Primrose Sandy Springs South and the local, state, or national regulatory agencies pertaining to the health, safety, and care of children.
• Affirms each child's developmental needs on an ongoing basis.
• Implements the approved lesson plans and daily classroom schedule in accordance with the Primrose Balanced Learning® curriculum and programming.
• Plans with a member of the Leadership Team the parent-teacher conferences and student evaluations.
• Maintains an attractive, well-kept classroom that encourages children to create, explore, and make decisions with confidence.
• Provides verbal recognition and acceptance to children while providing clear and consistent expectations for the children's behavior.
• Accepts responsibility for maintenance and necessary housekeeping duties of the classroom, common use areas, and playgrounds.
• Attends all required staff meetings, workshops, and/or school functions.
• Maintains overall professional personal appearance adhering to the guidelines offered in the Primrose School of Sandy Springs South Employee Handbook.
• Assists in other capacities that Director, or designee, determines is necessary.

Desired Skills and experience

• Must meet basic requirements of local child care regulatory agency
• Previous teaching or assistant teaching position in a licensed early childhood program preferred
• Knowledge of the social, emotional, and creative needs of young children
• Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs. in connection with the handling of children for the facilitation of programs, child safety, and potential emergency situations. For Infant and Young Toddler teachers, must be able to properly lift infants into and out of a crib.
• Infant - Preschool Teachers: 2-year degree in early childhood or related field preferred

Benefits

• Paid Vacation
• Sick Leaves
• Paid Holiday
• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Yearly Bonus

Compensation

$16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Career Development

As a preschool teacher, you'll develop the skills you need to advance your career in education or launch the next chapter of your professional life.

Industry-leading Curriculum

Teachers at Primrose schools are educators, not babysitters. They all use our Balanced Learning approach - an exclusive, research-informed method that gives you both structure and flexibility, so you can make the most of every moment in the classroom.

Supportive Community

You'll be part of a team of educators and in-school leaders who feel more like family and are as invested in the children - and your future - as you are.