Preschool Teacher

Beverley Hills Church Preschool, a Reggio-inspired preschool in Alexandria,

VA, is looking for a thoughtful and enthusiastic early childhood educator to

join our staff as a teacher in our 3-year-olds class.

The position is part-time, Mondays through Wednesdays, beginning in the

fall. Additional teaching days are available, if interested.

BHCP is a historic co-operative preschool located in Alexandria, VA, offering

half-day classes to children ages 2-5. Our program is rooted in the Reggio

Emilia Approach with time devoted daily to outdoor learning on our beautiful

natural playground.

BHCP teachers work in co-teaching teams. Teaching teams collaborate with

the studio teacher, director and the rest of the teaching staff to plan

emergent curriculum based on children’s questions and interests. Our

teachers enjoy being part of a vibrant, collaborative community of invested

families.

We are committed to creative and innovative teaching practices. Teachers

receive pedagogical support through on-going professional development

opportunities and are paid for two hours of daily planning time.

Ideal candidates will possess:

● Respect for young children and belief in their capabilities

● Excellent collaborative skills with children, parents and other staff

● Strong organizational and communication skills

● Curiosity about young children’s questions and interests and how best

to facilitate their learning

● BS/BA degree in education or a related field and experience working

with young children

● Familiarity with or strong interest in the Reggio Emilia or other

constructivist approaches to teaching and learning

Salary is commensurate with experience. Interested candidates should send a

cover letter and resume to Anne Brewster, BHCP Director, at

[email protected].