Job Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Child Development, ECE, or
  related field is preferred. A minimum of 24 ECE/Child Development units
  are expected for consideration. 
• 1-2+ years of prior experience working as a member of a classroom team with ECE age groups is ideal!
• NHS strives to hire highly qualified teachers who possess a
  true passion for caring for children, as well as a strong set of
  communication and interpersonal skills. We are seeking positive
  parent-teacher communicators who are interested in a sense of ownership
  over curriculum and the school culture.
• Must be in good physical health and have current TB clearance
• Must have D.S.S. clearance.
  

Duties:

• 
  Stimulates emotional, intellectual, and social growth of students by
  developing and directing a developmentally appropriate curriculum that allows
  for both structured and unstructured play. 
  
• Encourages development of student self-control by
  utilizing classroom management and modeling techniques.
• Maintains a positive emotional environment in which children are nurtured,
  respected, and loved.
• Provides safe environment by maintaining orderly and clean classroom and
  playground area; closely supervising students on playground equipment; following
  and enforcing school and DSS standards and procedures; takes precautions in
  preventing, recognizing, and managing health and safety issues.
• Informs staff and parents of curriculum by preparing and submitting lesson
  plans; posting schedules and curriculum outlines.
• Observes and assesses children’s behavior; maintains written records of child’s
  progress and behavior; conducts parent conferences; posts information outside
  the classroom; sends notes home each day.
  
  
  
  
• Attends and participates in meetings and in-service training.
• Works well with other staff members to promote a positive
  experience for students and parents.
• Supports the mission of the school. 
  
• Possesses important skills such as listening, verbal
  communication, resolving conflict.