Job Description

Summary

ACES International Preschool and Childcare Center, Newtown is seeking a preschool Spanish instructor to work with toddlers and preschoolers and to teach them Spanish. The preschool Spanish instructor will create an engaging cultural classroom environment that is safe, caring, and engaging. In addition to language acquisition, the preschool Spanish instructor will ensure the personal growth of every student; establish effective rapport with students; and maintain good relationships with parents, staff members, and community members. 

Duties

Responsibilities
? Creating a safe, nurturing, and cultural environment where children can play, learn, and grow.
? Ensuring all safety and security protocols are followed.
? Working with staff and students to develop small and large group learning experiences that encourage experimentation, exploration, problem solving, cooperation, socialization and decision-making.
? Communicating regularly with parents/families, sharing children?s achievements through Procare.com
  
Physical Demands
? Must adhere to all CT State guidelines and ACES International Preschool and Childcare Center policies and procedures regarding immunizations, physical exam, and required health and safety training such as CPR, First Aid, and Administration of Medications, as well as all Covid-19 related guidelines as revised due to pandemic conditions and response.
? Must have the physical ability to participate indoor and outdoor activities that may include lifting, moving or holding children from 20-60 pounds as well as walking, squatting, climbing and sitting on the floor.
? Must be able to maintain mental and physical alertness and respond quickly to emergency situations.
 

Requirements

Job Requirements
The ideal candidate loves children.
 
Must be 18 years of age
? Minimum of 1-2 years of professional child care experience.
? Understanding of child development.
? High energy.
? Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification. (preferred but not required)
? Must clear full background check and must pass health screening.
? Bilingual: English and Spanish
 
Education
High School Diploma or Equivalency
Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential, Associate's or Bachelor's Degree is preferred, but not required. 

Benefits

Eligible fulltime employees: PTO, Insurance Benefits, 403b

Job Tags

Full time, Part time, Outdoor,

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