Position Overview
The New E3 School is a state-of-the-art, mixed-income model that is setting the standard of excellence in early education across Virginia. The co-teacher position is responsible for providing a high-quality early learning environment for all children, implementing the STREAMin3 curriculum and utilizing the tools. Our co-teaching team will work collaboratively to set the stage for learning, implement the curriculum, provide strong teacher-child interactions and create an engaging classroom for all children. Our teachers are brain-builders and build a strong foundation for academic and social learning. Our teachers focus on helping children grow, learn and thrive. Our school is committed to providing a healthy, safe and high-quality environment for every child.
Responsibilities
Know the licensing regulations and comply.
Create a fun and engaging classroom filled with conversation, exploration, discovery and play.
Maintain a clean, organized and high-quality early learning environment.
Implement the STREAMin3 curriculum and utilize tools every day.
Monitor health, safety and quality by using Checklists 1.0/2.0.
Engage in strong teacher-child interactions.
Prepare daily STREAM activities and engage children in learning.
Facilitate learning and move around the classroom.
Follow routines, curriculum activities and set up classroom.
Use "Banking Time" to build strong relationships with children based upon their interests.
Use core skills cards, STREAM activity cards and intentional teaching practices every day.
Participate in professional development and monitor your plan.
Communicate effectively with parents about their child's development.
Develop a strong relationship with families that is built on trust and respect.
Complete formative assessments for every child.
Maintain a portfolio for each child to show growth.
Complete the daily reports for every child.
Talk to parents about their child's day and communicate positively.
Provide individualized, small group and differentiate the learning to meet the needs of all children.
Use CLASS data and work collaboratively with the coach to improve classroom quality and interactions.
Skills and abilities
Knowledge of child development and experience working with young children.
Demonstrate a passion for teaching young children.
Experience with young children in early learning settings.
Effective communication, problem solving and working on a team.
Desire to be innovative, continuously improve teaching and learning.
Ability to play, have fun and share a passion for learning.
Respect diversity and equity.
Maintain a positive attitude and professionalism.
Act in a professional manner at all times.
Benefits
Competitive salary based upon experience and qualifications.
- Performance-Based Pay.
- 15 days off and a week long winter break for children, teachers and staff.
Health insurance stipend of $200 toward the school's plan.
Y membership for health and wellness.
Retirement Plan with $1:$1 match at 3%.
Professional development designed by UVA.
Coaching to support teachers in the classroom.