About the job
Who Are We? Selby Preschool is an inclusive, therapeutic high quality early learning program. We are a play-based, developmental preschool serving children ages 1-5. We are a part of The Haven, and celebrating our 70th year this year. Our 32-acre campus is home to Selby Preschool, our high school, adult day programming and our residential program. Our emphasis on small class size enables teachers build thoughtful, caring, relationships with their children and allows teachers to support the individual development of each child. With therapists on site, our teachers have constant support. Teachers are given the guidance and feedback to create creative, engaging plans for their classroom. At Selby, we enjoy nature and outdoor play, and have a wide variety of creative arts and play materials. Our dedication to creating a caring, enriching environment for students and teachers alike makes us an amazing place to work! Who Are We Looking For? The fitting candidate for this position is dedicated and creative, a great team player, enthusiastic about inclusion, warm, caring, and passionate about working with kids. Ideally, our newcomer has an abundance of energy, a well of creative yet practicable ideas, a deep appreciation for the nuances of working with young children, flexibility, and a great sense of humor. We are particularly seeking teachers familiar with the Reggio Emilia and Waldorf approaches to learning, as well as familiarity with Conscious Discipline. What You'll Do: Guiding Classroom Operations: Take the lead in shaping the overall learning experience. Building Meaningful Connections: Forge strong relationships with children, their families, and the Selby team. Fostering a Positive Environment: Create a consistently positive, clean, and nurturing space for the children under your care.