Pre-K Childcare Lead Teacher

Description

We are seeking a compassionate, energetic, and dedicated Pre-K Teacher to join our early childhood education program located within Delmar Gardens of O’Fallon, a beautiful, state-of-the-art skilled nursing and rehabilitation center. This unique environment provides meaningful opportunities for intergenerational engagement and enriching experiences between children and older adults in a warm, family-centered setting.

Responsibilities include:

• Creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging classroom environment
• Planning and implementing age-appropriate lesson plans and activities
• Supporting social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development
• Encouraging creativity, communication, and kindergarten readiness skills
• Participating in supervised intergenerational activities that foster meaningful connections between children and senior residents
• Maintaining positive communication with families and team members
• Monitoring student progress and classroom behavior
• Ensuring compliance with Missouri licensing and educational standards

Delmar Gardens is a family-owned, St. Louis-based company that has been serving the community for 60 years. Our diverse and unique mission and philosophy of Love, Care, and Understanding extend not only to our dear residents but equally to our invaluable staff. The Delmar Gardens Family offers excellent pay, full-time benefits, a 401(K) with company match, generous bonuses, advancement potential, and a beautiful work environment!, in addition to a:

• Beautiful state-of-the-art learning environment
• Supportive and positive team culture
• Competitive compensation
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
• A unique intergenerational program that creates meaningful experiences for both children and older adults

Facility Address:
Delmar Gardens of O'Fallon
7068 S Outer 364
O'Fallon, Missouri 63368

Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled

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Requirements

• CDA (Child Development Associate) credential, Early Childhood certification, or related experience preferred
• Experience working with preschool or Pre-K children preferred
• Passion for early childhood education and child development
• Strong communication and classroom management skills
• Ability to create a nurturing, engaging, and relationship-focused learning environment