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Hiring for the 2024-2025 School Year (Mandan, ND)

Seeking a highly motivated preschool teacher who loves working with children, takes pride in creating a safe, nurturing learning environment, and implements lesson plans that take all children to the next step. 
 
This person will be responsible for the day to day learning and safety of all children.  He/she will work with the teacher assistant to operate a classroom that puts emphasis on structure, routine, and building relationships.  The teacher will be responsible to interact, engage, observe, and assess children through play and be able to adhere to program policies and requirements. The teacher is also expected to develop a positive rapport with families as it is a vital part to optimal child development and learning.
 
If you possess strong communication skills, the ability to connect easily with families and coworkers, initiative to learn new skills, leadership qualities, and desire to work in a professional, supportive environment, apply today!

Details
  • Thrive in a professional work environment with excellent coaching staff.
  • Collaborate with fellow classroom staff as part of a teaching team to support children and implement policies.
  • Children attend 4 days a week (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday). Teaching staff have a built-in prep day each week (Wednesday).
  • Requires an associate, baccalaureate, or advanced degree in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Child Development, or related field
  • 9-month position from mid-August to mid-May. If desired, summer hours may be available through HIT, Inc.
  • Pay range is $26.84/hour ($41,227/year) to $31.83/hour ($48,891/year)
  • Must have valid driver's license
  • Must submit application, college transcripts and Pre-Interview Questionnaire (see below)
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  • Obtain a commercial driver's license (CDL) to operate a 20 passenger school bus. Training is completed through Harlow's with Head Start paying for the course.
Learn more about this position by reading the complete job description: Teacher Job Description

WRHS Pre-Interview Questionnaire for Teacher
In addition to the Pre-Interview Questionnaire, make sure you have submitted the employment application and a copy of your transcripts. Any questions, call Barbara at 663-9507. Answer the following questions thoroughly.
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* When you walk into a preschool classroom what should it look like? 
* How do young children learn best? 
* What is your philosophy about Developmentally Appropriate Practices? 
* What suggestions would you give to another teacher that is having difficulties teaching social problem solving skills? 
* How would you implement literacy in the classroom? 
* West River Head Start uses the Creative Curriculum for Preschool. What do you know about this curriculum?