Preschool Teacher – Pre-K Classroom

@ Merryhill School
Merryhill Schoolmerryhillschool.com

Preschool Teacher – Pre-K Classroom

Las Vegas, NV
Posted 1 day ago

About the job

Merryhill School offers a supportive environment with benefits like health insurance, paid time off, 401k, and professional growth. The role involves creating a safe, joyful space for pre-kindergarten children, promoting curiosity, independence, and confidence through developmentally appropriate activities.

Requirements

  • 12 semester ECE units or bachelor's degree
  • Child Development Associate Certification CDA
  • Patience and compassion
  • Strong communication skills
  • Prior early childhood experience

Qualifications

  • Supporting safe and supportive learning
  • Ability to create developmentally appropriate activities
  • Supportive and nurturing demeanor
  • Passion for working with young children

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Preschool Teacher – Pre-K Classroom – Merryhill School

What We Offer

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid holidays and sick days
  • 401k plan with company match
  • Tuition discounts for your children
  • Professional development
  • Education reimbursement and partnerships


About the Role
As a Pre-K Teacher at Merryhill School, you will help lay the foundation for lifelong learning by creating a safe, nurturing, and developmentally rich environment for our youngest students. Whether working with infants, toddlers, or preschool-aged children, you will foster curiosity, independence, and confidence through purposeful play and hands-on learning. Your classroom will be a warm, joyful space where each child feels supported and celebrated.


You will also:

  • Plan, supervise, and implement age-appropriate curriculum focused on early literacy, language development, math concepts, motor skills, and social-emotional growth
  • Create a classroom culture that nurtures each child’s individuality while promoting curiosity and confidence
  • Provide a structured yet playful environment through intentional, developmentally appropriate activities
  • Collaborate with fellow educators and school leadership to align with program goals and best practices
  • Maintain regular, positive communication with families through daily updates, reports, and conferences
  • Ensure compliance with health and safety policies, licensing regulations, and developmental standards


What We’re Looking For

  • 12 semester (or 18 quarter) ECE units covering child development, child/family/community, and curriculum; or a bachelor’s degree in Child Development
  • Child Development Associate Certification CDA) preferred
  • Patience, compassion, and a genuine love for working with young children
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Prior early childhood teaching experience preferred
  • Ability to support a safe, supportive, and developmentally appropriate learning environment

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