Lead Preschool Teacher

• Meet regularly with Assistant Teacher (if applicable) to develop weekly plans and activities
• Meet with Director to review curriculum plans and activities and evaluate programs effectiveness
• Responsible for implementing ELDS standards, policies and procedures, regulations and guidelines in the day-to-day operation of an early childhood development center (3years-5years) including developmentally appropriate practices for a child-centered play-based preschool program.
• Responsible for assisting with the implementation of developmental, behavioral, and sensory screenings within the scheduled mandated by regulations and performance standards
• Maintain records and obsrrvations on each child's progress and development for the purpose of planning and compliance
• Responsible for recording and record keeping of information required to document the growth and development of children
• Responsible for working with an interdisciplinary team to fully implement an IEP for children with disabilities
• Attend all staff meetings and in-service provided at the Center
• Review with staff the progress of each child and develop written plans to promote each child's growth and development
• Work with Director in planning and participating in parent activities
• Responsible for coordinating and working closely with parents including staff/parent conferences
• Help maintain facility in a safe and satisfactory condition
• Provide day -to-day supervision and support to assistants, volunteers, and substitutes, which include sharing daily program plans and discussing goals for children.
• Assist the Center Director in providing orientation and training for new staff, substitutes and volunteers
• Work with the classroom staff to plan and implement the daily program of activities based on principles of child development and in accordance with he program's curriculum
• Set up and maintain a well-organized, safe, and attractive classroom environment conducive to the optimal growth and development of children.
• Develop a positive relationship with each child and promote the development of self-esteem and self-discipline.
• Observe each child daily to assess skills, interest and needs and use this information to facilitate learning and growth.
• Establish a positive relationship with each child's family and share information about the child's day at the Center.
• Help parents to understand the curriculum and find ways to involve parents in the daily program.
• Keep abreast of current knowledge in the field of Early Childhood Education.

• LEAD TEACHERS must have or working on AA /BA ECE (minimum of 18 credits in ECE) and minimum of 2 years experience as a lead teacher
• Ability to relate positively to young children, parents and staff.
• Strong working knowledge EDLS guidelines and regulations, including monitoring and evaluation
• Demonstrate and ability to work successfully with community-based agencies and building partnerships
• Demonstrated supervision skills
• Must be at least 20yrs old
• Must demonstrate experience and interest in working with young children, parents, and volunteers
• Must demonstrate a strong knowledge of appropriate practices in early childhood development including working with parents
• Must demonstrate success in working as a member of a team
• Must have effective and strong communication skills (orally and written)
• Must be willing to work flexible hours in order to meet the needs of the program

• Be able to lift 25-30 lbs.
• Be able to walk, squat/kneel, sit on floor, see, hear, speak with children to ensure children's health and safety
• Must have Physical every two years
• Must keep up with Education Hours as mandated by the OEC
• Must have background check clearance by BCIS upon hire

• current certification in Child/Infant CPR and First Aid

• child discount
• CTMySavings
• stipend towards healthcare if needed
• Paid time off and holidays
• training and education support

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