We're Hiring! Early Childhood Teacher at Western Maine Community A

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionFarmington, ME | Full Time | 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM | Full BenefitsDo you believe joy, curiosity, and play belong at the heart of learning? Do you love building meaningful connections with children, families, and teammates? If early childhood education is your calling, we want to meet you!Our Place to Grow—a brand-new childcare center created in partnership with Franklin Memorial Hospital + WMCA—is opening its doors, and we’re looking for a passionate Teacher to join our team! Our program supports up to 27 young learners ages 2.5–5, using an emergent, play-based curriculum that encourages creativity, exploration, and laughter.What You’ll DoAs a Teacher, you'll be an integral part of a collaborative team. Your role will include:· Creating fun, developmentally engaging activities· Supporting social, emotional, cognitive & physical growth· Planning playful learning opportunities that spark curiosity· Communicating respectfully and purposefully with teammates· Building strong relationships with families· Helping maintain a safe, nurturing classroom environment· Ensuring child & staff safety at all times· Supporting childcare staff and promoting a positive work culture· Bringing joy, patience, creativity—and a team-player spirit!Some evening or weekend hours may occasionally be required.What We Offer· Full-time schedule: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM· Comprehensive benefits package including:§ 401K traditional and Roth§ Employee health insurance, 90% paid by WMCA§ Low cost Family dental and vision insurance§ Life and short term disability paid by agency· 13 paid holidays· Very generous PTO package· Paid training· Salary supplements available through DHHS (yay extra income potential!)· A beautiful new center designed collaboratively with FMH· A supportive team who values humor, compassion & innovation· A chance to help build a childcare program from the ground up!Requirements· CDA credential OR at least 3 years of classroom experience working with children ages 2.5–5· Valid Driver’s License· Ability to create warm, responsive relationships· Authorized to work in the U.S.· Love for children & belief in play-based learning· Team-oriented and committed to a positive work cultureIf you're someone who…· Sings the alphabet song on key or off key· Can turn a cardboard box into a castle· Loves messy art, silly giggles, and muddy outdoor play· Believes every child deserves belonging and wonder…you’ll fit right in.Ready to Grow With Us?Apply today and help shape a space where children learn, laugh, and thrive!