At La Escuelita Arcoiris our philosophy is that children learn best by doing.  This means that all our activities are hands-on.  We create a curriculum based on the various areas of learning and implement them in a wide variety of methods.  Children are not taught a second language but rather they are immersed in Spanish language and culture and learn through activities and experiences guided by their teachers.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure that the children are supervised at all times.
• Act as a liaison between the children and parents addressing problems and answering questions regarding the children. 
• Create a stimulating environment for the child by conducting developmentally appropriate activities.
• Interact with and provide guidance and care to all children within the school.
• Change diapers and/or assist children with their toilet needs while adhering to hand washing procedures.
• Demonstrate quality teaching by ensuring curriculum is followed, lesson plans are effectively used and child assessment tools measure class activity success.
• Greet each child and parent upon arrival at school.
• Develop strong relationships with families to enhance learning both inside and outside of the classroom.
• Encourage classroom participation and positive interaction with other children.
• Redirect undesirable behavior to promote positive socialization.
• Represent La Escuelita Arcoiris in a highly professional manner at all times.
• Ensure appropriate set-up and shut-down of classroom on a daily basis.  
• Act as a liaison between teachers and parents addressing problems and answering questions regarding all aspects of La Escuelita Arcoiris operations when the Director and/or Administrative staff is not available.
• Attend monthly teacher trainings/meetings and any other required trainings.
• Participate in La Escuelita Arcoiris community events as necessary.
• Keep the classroom in order, projects cleaned up and organized.
• Spend time outside of the classroom enriching his/her knowledge of early childhood learning.
• In conjunction with co-teacher, will send home a student review in October and then conduct student assessments twice a year and be available to meet parents during bi-annual parent/teacher conferences.
• Other duties as assigned.
  

• Bilingual Spanish/English
• Teachers Aid (FT and PT) - An Associate’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Early Childhood Education or equivalent work experience and educational goals.
• Lead Teachers (FT) - A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
• Two years of experience working in an established early childhood education program.

Work schedule:  La Escuelita Arcoiris operates from 7:30 am until 6 pm Monday through Friday twelve months a year with the exception of federal holidays.  We are filling both PT and FT positions during these hours.  Positions are available immediately.

Please email your letter of interest and resume for consideration or call 412-421-4787.  Interested applicants are strongly discouraged from stopping in without an appointment.