Position: Preschool Teacher & Substitute

• Department: Alutiingcut Childcare Center

• Hours: Full Time/ Part Time/ Seasonal/ Subsitutue

• Salary Level: starting $18+ hourly or DOE

• Supervision by: Child Care Admin

Summary

Childcare Teacher, supervised by the Childcare Program Administrator

This position is responsible for providing a fun and stimulating learning environment for preschool children,

with an additional focus on sharing the Alutiiq culture.

• Develop a stimulating and creative program suitable for preschool children. Help them learn through

experience, imagination & discovery. Use a wide variety of exploration play through sensory, physical

movement, social emotional, and outdoor activities.

• Introducing routines that students will be exposed to in school.

• Providing a warm atmosphere of acceptance and nurturing encouragement where students will feel

happy and comfortable.

• Utilize a variety of teaching techniques (storytelling, educational play, dramatic play, media, etc.) to

teach children.

• Encourage independence through positive self- image for each child. Help them develop their social

emotional competencies and build self-esteem.

• Encourage children to interact with each other and resolve occasional arguments while modeling best

practice for each situation. Redirect, Remove, and Reflect

• Guide children to develop their artistic and practical capabilities through a carefully constructed

curriculum (identify shapes, numbers, colors, do crafts, etc.)

• Organize nap and snack hours and supervise children to ensure they are always safe. Always know the

location of each child and what they are doing.

• Communicate with parents regularly to understand the children’s background. Parents and Staff who

work together can better provide an optimal learning environment for children.

• Collaborate with Administrator and co-teachers.

• Maintain a clean and tidy classroom consistent with health and safety standards.

• Participate and complete all required trainings.

• Other duties as assigned.

Perferred Qualification Requirements (or willingness to work toward)

• Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential is a plus; if not currently held, a willingness to pursue it as part of a training plan developed at the start of employment is encouraged.

• Ability to obtain pediatric first aid and CPR certification (we can help support this process if not already certified).

• An associate degree in a related field is preferred, but not required. In place of a degree, we welcome candidates with at least two years of relevant and successful work experience who can demonstrate the ability to meet the responsibilities of the role.

• Experience working with children in a group setting (e.g., teaching, daycare, camps) is strongly encouraged.

• Must be at least 18 years old.

• Able to provide three references upon request.

To Apply: 

Medical & Retirement benefit packages available. To apply, please send your resume to amcbride@sunaq.org or call April Mcbride at 907-206-6464 for further questions.