Lead Teacher

Job Description Lead Teacher Job Requirements: Hours: up to 40 hours per week Qualifications: C.D.A., two-year or four-year degree in Early Childhood Education or related field. Experience working with groups of preschool age children required. Must have ability to relate well to children and adults (parents as well as other staff members.) Must have the ability to supervise one or more assistant teachers. An endorsement or bachelor''s degree in a child-related field such as elementary education, nursing, or recreation from a college or university and one year of programmatic experience. Immediate Supervisor Job Title: Center Director Responsibilities: Responsibilities will include but not be limited to: 1. Teaching a class of children in a manner consistent with the philosophy and the goals of the center. This includes: a. Treating each child with dignity and respect. b. Planning activities, which will encourage each child''s growth in the areas of emotional, social, cognitive, and physical development. c. Recognizing and considering the individual needs of each child in relation to cultural and socio-economic background, disabilities, special talents and interests, style and pace of learning. d. Helping children learn to think creatively, to solve problems independently, and to respect themselves and others. 2. Being responsible for the arrangement, decor, and learning environment in the classroom, keeping in mind that work done by the children should take precedence over decorations made by adults. Responsible for upkeep of educational materials and equipment. (Remove equipment needing repairs.) 3. Being responsible for reporting to the director any equipment repairs or replacements needed, maintenance needed in the room or elsewhere in the building or on the playground, and supplies that need to be reordered. 4. Planning and carrying out conferences with the parents of the children in the class. Keeping records on the children''s development. 5. Generally promoting a good rapport among staff members. 6. Attending all staff meetings and programs sponsored by the center. 7. Actively seeking to continuously update skills by attending outside workshops and conferences whenever possible, by becoming active in professional organizations, and by constantly seeking new ideas and materials for use in the classroom with the children or to share with other staff members. 8. Maintaining the records that are required by center policy. 9. Maintaining strict confidentiality regarding children and their families. 10. Maintaining professional conduct and attitudes in working with parents and staff as well as visitors and the general public. 11. Meeting with parents to discuss the goals and needs of students in their program 12. Coordinating with administration to create education plans for the students 13. Assisting Teachers in the creation of lesson plans or in solving problems the Teacher is struggling to find a solution for 14. Tracking the academic performance of students for signs of progress 15. create a fun, interactive learning experiences while serving as a mentor to fellow Teachers. 16. Promote the social, physical, and intellectual growth of the children in your care. 17. Take the lead on classroom management and curriculum implementation, plus follow all licensing guidelines and company standards to ensure a safe environment for every child. 18. Communicate and build relationships with enrolled and prospective families to promote achievement for the child and to support your center''s success. Additional Requirements: Must possess the ability to interact with families in a positive, supportive, and professional manner. Must obtain an evaluation indicating the absence of TB in a communicable form. Position requires training in behavioral management, CPR certification, first aid certification, medication administration certification, and the successful completion of criminal history and central registry background investigations.

Created: 2025-11-15