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The SEEC program is dedicated
to a multicultural approach to education and does not
discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, sex or national
origin.
SEEC TEACHING POSITIONS:
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Lead teachers must have
earned a Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Education (or a
related field with a minimum of 15 credits in Early
Childhood).
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Associate Teachers meet DC
licensing standards for Lead Teacher and are working toward
the SEEC Lead criteria by gaining practical experience and/or
additional coursework.
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Assistant teachers bring a
wide range of training and practical experience to the
position. Assistants must have at least a high school diploma,
although many have some college coursework.
SEEC PROFESSIONAL STAFF
EXEMPLIFY:
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Highest Quality Practice:
SEEC teachers exhibit exemplary early childhood practices at
all times, based upon professional criteria established by the
National Association for the Education of Young Children.
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Commitment: In order
to maintain a stable learning environment for the children,
teachers are required to give their commitment for the entire
school year, September through August.
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Teaming: Working as a
member of a team is an integral part of teaching at SEEC. Team
relationships begin in the classroom and extend out to the
other teams in the Center, as well as to the SEEC program as a
whole.
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Responsibilities and
Qualifications: It is each teacher’s responsibility to
meet the daily needs of the children, helping to plan and
implement developmentally appropriate activities based upon
the “Museum Magic” curriculum. Each works to establish an
environment which is safe, interesting, challenging, and
inviting to the children.
BENEFITS:
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Compensation: SEEC
strives for a balance of formal knowledge and practical
experience among its teaching staff. Beginning salaries are
based upon the level of college coursework attained, as well
as years of experience in an early childhood classroom.
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Benefits: The program
provides a supportive work environment through ongoing staff
development, reimbursement for college coursework, and
recognition of excellence. A strong benefits package includes
health insurance, earned vacation and sick leave, and a
retirement plan.
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