Preschool Lead Teacher

St. Anthony Preschool is currently looking for a Lead Teacher. Ideal candidates will contribute to a highly motivated, collaborative students.

Full-time/12-month

LEAD TEACHER QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or Bachelor’s Degree in a related (preferred) or unrelated field
• Possess strong oral and written communication skills
• Works independently with little direct supervision, works as part of a team, accepts responsibility and is self-motivated, demonstrates strong work ethic, and displays effective multitasking and time management skills. 

LEAD TEACHER JOB DESCRIPTION

Plan both long- and short-range activities in accordance with curriculum objectives, developmentally appropriate practice and program philosophy, and weekly themes

·       Meet the emotional, social, physical, and cognitive needs of each child

·       Maintain a daily routine

·       Tend to basic needs of children including, but not limited to, diapering and toileting

·       Encourage assistants to contribute to curriculum planning and preparation

·       Help with coordination of field trips

·       Prepare lesson plans and implement developmentally appropriate activities

·       Complete assessment of children's development

·       Report progress and concerns of children to parents

·       Maintain daily open communication with parents

·       Keep accident reports

·       Maintain anecdotal records

·       Maintain confidentiality

·       Report any suspected abuse to supervisor

·       Arrange a classroom environment in accordance to program goals and philosophy

·       Maintain a safe, clean, and healthy environment

·       Inspect, clean, and replace damaged or lost materials

·       Attend in-service and monthly staff meetings

·       Supervise assistants, aides, and volunteers in the classroom

·       Keep all appropriate records up to date, such as attendance, meal counts, and time sheets.

·       Meet all applicable licensing and YoungStar regulations

·       Assist preschool director in planning and distribution of newsletters and parent communication

·       Plan monthly goals for each child

·       Meet all guidelines detailed in evaluation specifically planning and preparation, classroom environment, instruction, and professional responsibilities