3 Day a Week Lead Teacher at Private Madeira Preschool

• Ignite Young Minds: Develop and implement creative, age-appropriate lesson plans that spark curiosity and foster a love of learning in three-year-old children.
• Cultivate a Nurturing Environment: Create a safe, supportive, and joyful classroom where every child feels valued, secure, and empowered to explore their potential.
• Become a Development Detective: Observe, monitor, and thoughtfully assess each child's unique development and behavior, providing valuable insights for progress monitoring and individualized support.
• Design a Dynamic Learning Space: Craft a developmentally appropriate classroom environment, thoughtfully organized with engaging learning centers that inspire exploration and discovery.
• Resourceful Classroom Management: Proactively manage classroom supplies and materials, ensuring a well-equipped and inspiring learning environment.
• Lead and Inspire: Provide guidance, support, and supervision to classroom assistants, fostering a collaborative and effective team.
• Prepared and Responsive: Respond calmly and effectively to any emergency or crisis situation, ensuring the safety and well-being of all children.
• Maintain Organized Records: Keep accurate and up-to-date records, supported by your classroom assistant(s), to track progress and ensure effective communication.
• Introduce Foundational Skills: Teach basic academic skills, such as math, language, and science, in a fun and engaging way that lays a strong foundation for future learning.
• Incorporate Movement and Play: Integrate physical education and movement activities into daily routines to promote healthy development and active learning.
• Foster Social-Emotional Growth: Nurture social and emotional development through positive interactions, guidance, and activities that build confidence and empathy.
• Individualized Support: Monitor and assess each child's progress, providing individualized support and encouragement to help them reach their full potential.
• Partner with Parents: Collaborate with parents to build strong relationships, ensure open communication, and create a supportive partnership in their child's educational journey.
• Maintain a Welcoming Space: Keep the classroom clean, organized, and inviting, creating a positive and stimulating learning environment.
• Commit to Best Practices: Actively participate in maintaining and adhering to department and state policies, procedures, and programs, ensuring quality assurance, safety, security, and infection control.
• Continuous Growth: Participate in staff development training programs to enhance your skills and stay current with best practices in early childhood education.
• Collaborate with Church Staff: Attend meetings of the Church staff and Preschool Board as requested, contributing to the overall mission and vision of St. Paul CUMC.
• Extend a Warm Invitation: Support the evangelism strategy of the church by enthusiastically inviting families to attend worship and participate in the vibrant ministry of St. Paul CUMC.
• Be a Parent Liaison: Serve as a primary point of contact for parents, addressing their questions and concerns with warmth and understanding.
• Create a Welcoming Atmosphere: Regularly greet and interact with parents and children during drop-off and pick-up, fostering a strong sense of community.
• Embrace Opportunities to Contribute: Perform other goals and duties as assigned, demonstrating flexibility and a willingness to contribute to the overall success of the preschool.

• Experience: Proven experience in childcare or a preschool environment, demonstrating a commitment to early childhood education. Experience working specifically with three-year-olds is highly desirable.
• Certification: Willingness to complete the necessary annual training courses to meet State of Ohio regulations for preschool teacher certification.
• Knowledge and Skills: Solid understanding of child development, developmentally appropriate curriculum, lesson plan development, classroom implementation, behavior management, and observation/assessment techniques.
• Communication and Organization: Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills, enabling you to build strong relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.
• Personal Attributes: Patience, creativity, and a genuine passion for working with young children and fostering their growth.
• Data Privacy: Ability to understand and adhere to data privacy rules and regulations related to student information, ensuring confidentiality and responsible data handling.
• Inclusive Environment: Ability to create a positive, inclusive, and welcoming learning environment where every child feels valued and respected.
• Developmental Support: Ability to assess children's development and provide individualized support and follow-up as needed, ensuring each child reaches their full potential.
• Relationship Building: Ability to establish and maintain positive and collaborative relationships with parents, children, preschool staff, and church staff, fostering a strong sense of community.
• Leadership Skills: Ability and skills to provide guidance and direction to classroom assistants, substitutes, and volunteers, creating a cohesive and effective team.
• Technical Proficiency: Ability to perform routine computer functions, including email, Google apps, internet navigation, and Microsoft Office, enabling efficient communication and record-keeping.
• Safety Certifications: Current CPR and standard first aid certification (or willingness to obtain), demonstrating a commitment to the safety and well-being of the children.
• Child Welfare Knowledge: Understanding of child welfare policies and procedures, ensuring the safety and protection of all children in our care.

• Integrity and Dedication: Strong character, a solid work ethic, and a commitment to excellence in all that you do.
• Relational Skills: A highly relational nature with a genuine desire to connect with and support children, families, and colleagues.
• Team Player: A teachable spirit, a collaborative mindset, and a willingness to work as part of a team to achieve common goals.
• Resilience: Perseverance and resilience in the face of challenges, with a positive attitude and a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Embraces Diversity: A welcoming and inclusive attitude, embracing diversity and creating a sense of belonging for all.
• Love for Children and Faith: A deep love for working with preschoolers and a genuine enjoyment of being in a Christian environment.

• Meaningful Impact: Make a real difference in the lives of young children, fostering their growth and development in a nurturing and Christ-centered environment.
• Balanced Schedule: Enjoy a part-time schedule (three days/week during the school year) that allows for work-life balance, with summers off to recharge and pursue personal interests.
• Supportive Community: Be part of a welcoming and collaborative team, with clear communication and support from the Preschool Director and Preschool Board.
• Professional Growth: Opportunities for professional development and training to enhance your skills and stay current with best practices in early childhood education.
• Faith-Based Environment: Work in a positive and faith-based setting that aligns with your values and provides a sense of purpose.
• Community Connection: Build strong relationships with children, parents, and church staff, fostering a sense of belonging and making a positive impact on the community.

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