Join the teaching team at Imagine Early Learning Centers, an Employee-Owned Company.
Imagine Early Learning Centers seeks a Head Teacher at Imagine Early Learning Centers. Our center is a safe, nurturing, fun, and friendly environment.
We are seeking an experienced and creative professional looking to join a team providing the highest quality, educational childcare for working families.
Find out more about us at www.imagineelc.com.
Responsibilities include:
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Participating in planning and implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum.
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Effective communication with families and co-teachers.
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Ability to adhere to licensing and NAEYC guidelines.
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Effective written communication skills.
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Ability to meet physical requirements of position which include lifting children, pushing strollers/buggies, sitting on the floor and year-round daily outdoor activities.
Qualifications
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Minimum of an AA in Early Childhood, Elementary, Special Education or related field preferred, or in progress
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BA in Early Childhood, Elementary, Special Education or related field, or in progress, a plus
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1-2 years experience teaching infants/toddlers in an Early Childhood program required
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Previous experience with NAEYC standards and the accreditation process preferred
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Clearance for work in DOH child care programs and DOE PKA classrooms a plus.
Competitive salaries and benefits including:
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ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) qualified Retirement Benefit Plan. Eligible employees receive this retirement benefit, at no cost.
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Full-Time employees accrue 17 Vacation Days and 7 Sick Days annually.
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Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
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Prudential Life and AD&D Insurances - 1x annual salary, at no cost.
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Commuter - Transit (Subway, Bus, Train, Parking)
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Voluntary Insurances: Short-Term Disability, Accident, Hospital
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Tuition Reimbursement/Degree Incentive Reward
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Educational Support programs available
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Wellness: Mental Health - 3 Therapy visits per year, at no cost.
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Childcare Discount where available
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Professional Development
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Imagine is an Employee Owned Company
In 2018 Imagine officially became an employee owned company through the creation of an ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan). We value and support our ownership culture by offering to all qualified employees a retirement benefit without cost.
Who We Are
Imagine Early Learning Centers, an employee owned child care management company, operates twelve high quality, full day licensed and NAEYC accredited Early Childhood centers in the NY metro area for children 6 weeks to 5-years-old. With state of the art facilities, professional development opportunities for promotion, a teamwork approach to classroom and center management, and an innovative and rewarding work environment, Imagine maintains a satisfied and talented teacher staff. At Imagine, we know children, as well as staff and families, thrive in a stimulating and nurturing environment. Staff, children and families alike are valued as individuals and as members of our diverse community.
Additional information
Imagine Early Learning Centers is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We value a diverse, inclusive workforce and celebrate the unique differences of our employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. If you are unable to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at [email protected]. Imagine will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities to the extent required by applicable law
