Lead Preschool Teacher

CWCC Inc • Union, OH

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About The Position

Lead Preschool / Pre-Kindergarten Teacher Position Summary

Under the direction of center administration, the lead teacher develops and executes individual education plans for children ages 3 – 5 years old. The lead teacher ensures their teaching team (assistant teacher and teacher aide) provides a safe and educational learning environment for the children.

Requirements

• Associate’s Degree in E.C.E.
• Experience teaching in an early learning environment

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s Degree in E.C.E.
• Knowledge of Creative Curriculum
• Experience teaching in an early learning environment

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality learning environment that incorporates evidence based curriculum and instructional activities
• Meet with Early Learning Coordinator on a weekly basis to review classroom and child data
• Attend and participate in all scheduled trainings in support of ongoing professional development
• Provide an enhanced curriculum focused on social-emotional development, early language and literacy, and physical development
• Self-reflect on own teaching practices and develop a continuous improvement plan based off of self-assessment tool
• Implement Creative Curriculum for the Preschool/ PreKindergarten classroom
• Positively engage with children and use appropriate Conscious Discipline methods, as outlined in CWCC’s policy
• Perform the functions of this position with a strong understanding of developmentally appropriate practices
• Meet with assistant teacher and aide to review lesson plans and individual child goals and assign best teaching practices
• Complete and submit required forms in a timely manner, including but not limited to: lesson plans, portfolios, assessments, observations, transition plans
• Provide ongoing observations and assessment of each child
• Maintain documentation of each child’s progress and growth according to Teaching Strategies GOLD
• Review assessment results and interpret information to identify areas of need within the classroom
• Conduct two parent-teacher conferences a year to discuss each child’s individual development and progress
• Develop educational goals with parents and update as needed
• Work with the parent during transition times to develop individualized transition goals
• Communicate regularly with parents by means of parent meetings, daily sheets, etc.
• Interpret school program to parents to strengthen the understanding of the child’s needs and the importance of an early learning environment for the continued development of the child
• Attend staff and parent meetings, and school district coalition meetings as requested
• In cooperation with other staff, complete daily cleaning duties
• Carry out routine duties such as toileting, hand washing, clean- up, and supervision of children at all times
• Ensure classroom materials, furniture, and supplies are properly maintained
• Any other duties assigned by center administration

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Employee discount on child’s tuition
• 401(k) with up to 5% matching
• Paid time off
• Professional development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees