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Why work with Federation Early Learning Services (FELS)?
We love our staff at FELS and are constantly amazed by the dedication and passion with which our staff approaches their work every day. Our incredible teachers are the foundation of our organization. They are here for our kids, and FELS is here for them.
To show our appreciation, FELS offers a host of benefits for our teachers and other staff members, including:
- 10 vacation days and 10 sick days
- Significantly reduced childcare tuition (qualified teachers are eligible for additional child care scholarships)
- Monthly staff recognition program
- Health (Independence Blue Cross!!!), Vision, Dental, and Supplemental Insurance
- Retirement plan
- Free Associate's and Bachelor's Degrees through T.E.A.C.H. and Earn & Learn
- Encouraging environment for staff to set and achieve professional and educational goals
- Free coffee and access to a staff lounge for breaks
Job Description:
The Flex Teacher assists the Lead or Assistant Teacher with creating an environment that supports children’s natural desire to explore, experiment, and discover, helping them to achieve their optimal ability and ensuring a safe and healthful environment. This teacher is assigned to various classrooms, either daily or weekly, depending on the needs of the center. Think of it as a permanent substitute position with 40 hours guaranteed weekly!
What are an Flex Teacher’s skills and qualifications?
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- High school diploma or equivalent (Associate's or Bachelor's Degree preferred, but not required)
- At least two (2) years or a minimum of 2,500 hours of childcare experience
- Annual physical examination and biennial TB (Mantoux) test
- Ability to speak, hear, read, write, and understand English
- Ability to easily lift 50 pounds and meet the physical demands of child care over the course of an eight (8) hour work day (i.e. lifting children, squatting, pushing strollers, bending, etc.)
- Visual acuity of at least 20/40 (with corrected lenses if needed) to supervise children individually and in groups of up to 25, maintain accurate records, read necessary program materials, verify the identification of escorts, etc.
It is the continuing policy of Federation Early Learning Services (FELS) to provide equal employment opportunity, regardless of race, creed, color, gender, age, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or mental disability, veteran’s status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, familial status, domestic or sexual violence victim status, or other classification as required by applicable law.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $14.50 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Experience:
- Childcare: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- CPR Certification (Preferred)
- Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person