Teacher - Early Education

  • Job Title

    Teacher

  • Pay Rate

    $16.00/Hour - $18.00/Hour

  • Location

    1050 West 500 South, Salt Lake City, Utah

  • Work Status

    Full-time

  • Posted Date

    Apr 24, 2025
Job Description

Inspire Young Minds. Build Your Career. Make a Difference.
Do you have a passion for working with children? Are you eager to learn and grow in the field of early childhood education? Neighborhood House is looking for compassionate and motivated Early Education Teachers to join our team! No prior experience or certifications are required—just a love for children and a willingness to learn.

At Neighborhood House, we provide high-quality, play-based learning for children ages 15 months to 5 years old in a licensed and NAEYC-accredited environment. We believe in nurturing both our children and our staff, offering career development opportunities, including paid education to earn your Child Development Associate (CDA) credential!

Why Join Us?

  • Career Growth: We invest in our teachers by providing opportunities for advancement, including paid CDA certification.
  • Meaningful Work: Help children develop cognitive, motor, social, and emotional skills in a safe, structured setting.
  • Supportive Team: Work in a collaborative and positive environment with experienced educators.
  • Great Benefits: Enjoy free or reduced-cost child/adult care, daily lunch, full benefits package, and 401K match.


Duties And Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

  • Create a safe, nurturing, and engaging classroom where children can thrive.
  • Implement Creative Curriculum using play-based learning and interest centers.
  • Actively engage in hands-on activities to promote cognitive, physical, social, and emotional development.
  • Extend learning beyond the classroom, including outdoor activities.
  • Assess each child’s progress and tailor activities to meet individual developmental needs.
  • Work collaboratively with other teachers to create a positive and structured learning environment.
  • Use positive behavior management techniques consistent with Developmentally Appropriate Practices (DAP).

What We’re Looking For:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent (No CDA required; experience preferred but not required).
  • First Aid & CPR Certification (or willingness to obtain).
  • Valid Utah Driver’s License.
  • Utah Food Handler’s Permit (or willingness to obtain).
  • Ability to pass a background check and drug test.
  • Fully vaccinated for COVID-19.
  • Fluent in English (spoken, read, and written; bilingual in Spanish is a plus).
  • A strong passion for working with children and a desire to learn and grow in early childhood education.

Start Your Career in Early Education Today!

If you’re ready to make a difference and build a rewarding career, we’d love to hear from you! Join our team at Neighborhood House and be part of a community that values education, inclusion, and professional growth. To apply please visit https://nhutah.org/about-us/employment or email your resume to hiring@nhutah.org

Neighborhood House is an equal-opportunity employer and values diversity in our workplace.

 

 

 


Benefits
Health, Vision, Dental, Discount Child-Care, Lunch provided daily
Skills & Qualifications

Pass Background Check

18 years of age

Multi-tasking

High School Diploma

Valid Utah Driver's License

Spanish

CPR

CoVid-19 Vaccination

Food Handler Permit