GA Pre-K Lead Teacher

Growing Room Child Development Centers•Columbus, GA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

GA Pre-K Lead Teachers are responsible for educating and molding young minds in our unique schools. At Growing Room, we believe in a culture built around core values of Educational Excellence, Safety & Security, Innovation, Passion, Trust, & Family. We promote from within and offer continual advancement opportunities for driven individuals looking to further their careers in Early Childhood.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree preferred in: Early Childhood Education (P-5), Birth Through Kindergarten, Elementary Education, Elementary Reading & Literacy, Special Education, Child and Family Development, Child Development
CPR and 1st Aid Certifications (or willingness to obtain these).
Must maintain Bright from the Start training requirements and GA Pre-K training requirements.
Patient, warm demeanor and natural love for children
Strong communication skills
Team player attitude
Comfort in writing lesson plans and planning daily activities
Dependable
Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)

Nice To Haves

Previous Georgia Pre-K experience preferred

Responsibilities

Understand and promote the school's mission and core values.
Providing supervision and care to children.
Implement age-appropriate curriculum for children.
Develop, create, and execute weekly lesson plans.
Encourage fellow teachers to contribute in curriculum planning and classroom management.
Follow all state childcare licensing regulations.
Establish and maintain positive relationships with children, parents, and co-workers.
Help children to develop self-help skills.
Create a fun, exciting, and loving classroom environment for children to thrive in.
Communicate with families on children's progress and input data into appropriate systems.
Maintain confidentiality of families and children.
Maintain a safe and healthy classroom environment.
Meet the emotional, social, physical and cognitive needs of each child. Respond to those needs appropriately and quickly.
Attend training classes and staff meetings.