The Carnegie Mellon University Children's School is part of the Dietrich College of Humanities and Social Sciences' Department of Psychology and is one of the most popular programs in the Pittsburgh area. The Children's School is a laboratory school that is actively involved in preschool and kindergarten education, developmental research, undergraduate teaching and training of both pre-service and practicing educators. Educators model best practices for early childhood education by designing thematic curriculum for active exploration and equipping parents to extend children's learning at home.

The Children's School offers model preschool and kindergarten programs for approximately 72 children ages 3-6 years. Our program runs from September through mid-May, with the option of a half-day summer camp in June.

We are seeking a Teacher to join our staff.

Core responsibilities will include:

• Classroom program and assessments, and organizing and delegating daily tasks and systems for the classroom.
• Assumes active participation in planning, supervising and implementing the classroom program in accordance with the policies and philosophy of the School, the PA Department of Education and NAEYC Guidelines.
• Supervise Associate Teachers generally and undergraduate assistants directly.
• Promotes cooperation, participation and harmony with the educator team and conveys a sense of collegiality and professionalism in the team environment.
• Participate in center-wide organizational tasks and communicate organizational changes, initiatives to the Associate Teachers.
• Accountable for the safety of the children while at the School, on the playground and on field trips as well as ongoing evaluation of the health and safety of the School. Reports signs of a child's illness to the Educational Administrator or Director.
• Flexibility, excellence, and passion are vital qualities within The Children's School. Inclusion, collaboration and cultural sensitivity are valued competencies at CMU. Therefore, we are in search of a team member who is able to effectively interact with a varied population of internal and external partners at a high level of integrity. We are looking for someone who shares our values and who will support the mission of the university through their work.

Flexibility, excellence, and passion are vital qualities within the Children's School. Inclusion, collaboration and cultural sensitivity are valued competencies at CMU. Therefore, we are in search of a team member who is able to effectively interact with a varied population of internal and external partners at a high level of integrity. We are looking for someone who shares our values and who will support the mission of the university through their work.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred
• 3-5 years' experience teaching or instructional experience

Requirements:

• Successful Background Check, including Act 153 clearances

Interested in this opportunity? Apply today!

Additional information about the children's school can be found here: https://www.cmu.edu/dietrich/psychology/cs/

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