AVAILABLE POSITIONS
Full Time Teacher - Ames and Davenport
Formative Years Growing and Learning Center in Ames is looking for a qualified Teacher to join our ever growing team of professional educators. Our all-day child care and preschool as well as our after-school programs are recognized as top programs in the community.
Responsibilities include:
- Planning and implementing the Creative Curriculum, an age appropriate developmental curriculum
- Providing a nurturing and educational classroom environment
- Set an excellent example for all other staff, be a leader
- Daily parent communication verbally and with the apps
- Ensuring the health and safety of each child
- Is aware and complies with all licensing standards
- Working cooperatively as part of the educational team to develop and implement the curriculum throughout all of our programs
Requirements include:
- 2+ years of early childhood education experience preferred
- Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education or a willingness to be trained and educated (educational assistance is available)
Our generous benefit package includes paid vacation, sick and personal days, paid holidays, medical, dental and life insurance, bonuses and educational assistance as well as a positive work environment. Salary is based on qualifications and experience.
Part Time Assistant Teacher - Ames and Davenport
Formative Years is looking for caring, nurturing and fun Assistant Teachers. All hours are available Monday through Friday. Must have Tuesday and Thursday availability.
Responsibilities include:
- Interacting with children in the classroom and on the playground
- Assisting teachers during nap time
- Communicating with parents and staff members
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Other duties as directed by lead teachers
Experience working with young children in a child care setting is preferred. Wage is based on qualifications and experience.