Summary

Amazing Childcare and Learning Academy is dedicated to providing high-quality early childhood education with a focus on kindergarten readiness. Our program utilizes a state-approved curriculum and offers monthly enrichment activities. We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Lead Preschool Teacher to guide our 3 and 4-year-old students through their educational journey and ensure a nurturing and stimulating learning environment.

The Lead Preschool Teacher will oversee the planning and implementation of a comprehensive curriculum that promotes the social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development of preschool students. This role requires strong leadership skills, creativity, and a deep understanding of early childhood education. The ideal candidate will be able to inspire a love of learning in young children and support their readiness for kindergarten.

Duties

·Coordinate and implement educational curriculum by developing classroom activities based on developmentally appropriate practices and early learning standards.
·Plan individual and group age-appropriate activities to actively engage children and encourage social, cognitive and emotional growth.
·Understand all center policies and state regulations.
·Ensure a healthy classroom environment – including maintaining appropriate hygiene and cleanliness standards and safety and security of children.
·Supervise teacher assistants and classroom volunteers to ensure they are following planned activities, hygiene and safety standards.
·Maintain accurate records, forms and files.
·Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.

• Observe and evaluate children's performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
• Meet with parents and guardians to discuss their children's progress and needs, determine their priorities for their children, and suggest ways that they can promote learning and development.
• Enforce all administration policies and rules governing students.
• Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.
• Teach proper eating habits and personal hygiene.
• Serve meals and snacks in accordance with nutritional guidelines.
• Assimilate arriving children to the school environment by greeting them, helping them remove outerwear, and selecting activities of interest to them.
• Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
• Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicate those objectives to children.
• Demonstrate activities to children.
• Prepare reports on students and activities as required by administration.
• Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.
• Organize and label materials and display students' work in a manner appropriate for their ages and perceptual skills.
• Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops to maintain and improve professional competence.
• Confer with other staff members to plan and schedule lessons promoting learning, following approved curricula.
• Supervise, evaluate, and plan assignments for teacher assistants and volunteers.
• Collaborate with other teachers and administrators in the development, evaluation, and revision of preschool programs.
• Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as required.
• Meet with other professionals to discuss individual students' needs and progress.
• Plan and supervise class projects, field trips, visits by guests, or other experiential activities and guide students in learning from those activities.
• Select, store, order, issue, and inventory classroom equipment, materials, and supplies.
• Provide disabled students with assistive devices, supportive technology, and assistance accessing facilities, such as restrooms.
• Administer tests to help determine children's developmental levels, needs, and potential.
• Implement a dynamic, state-approved curriculum that aligns with the academy’s educational goals and standards.
• Create and maintain a safe, engaging, and inclusive classroom environment that fosters learning and development.
• Plan and conduct daily lessons and activities that are developmentally appropriate and cater to the diverse needs of students.
• Assess and document children’s progress and development, providing regular feedback to parents and guardians.
• Collaborate with assistant teachers and other staff to ensure a cohesive and supportive educational experience.
• Organize and participate in monthly enrichment activities that enhance the learning experience.
• Communicate effectively with parents and guardians, building strong relationships and encouraging family involvement.
• Provide leadership and guidance to assistant teachers and support staff, fostering a collaborative and positive team environment.
• Ensure compliance with all state and local regulations and standards for early childhood education.
• Participate in ongoing professional development to stay current with best practices and advancements in early childhood education.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field.Or
• Minimum of 3 years of experience teaching in a preschool or early childhood setting.
• Strong understanding of child development and age-appropriate teaching methods.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to develop and implement a creative and effective curriculum.
• Leadership skills and experience managing a classroom and supporting staff.
• CPR and First Aid certification (preferred).
• Passion for working with young children and a commitment to their education and development.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of 3 years of professional child care experience.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
• High energy and the ability to work well with others (staff, children, and parents) and to foster a team environment.
• A strong understanding of child development.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification.
• Must clear full background check and must pass health screening

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Competitive Pay
• Paid Time Off
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Career Advancement
• Bonuses