Lead Preschool Teacher

Cedar Gables Preschool•Danbury, CT

44d•$18 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

Cedar Gables Preschool & Childcare is looking for an experienced, energetic Lead Preschool Teacher who genuinely enjoys being with children and takes pride in creating a wonderful classroom. Our ideal Lead Teacher is professional, dependable and takes initiative. They notice what needs to be done and take care of it. They take ownership of their classroom, communicate well, follow through, and don't need to wait for someone to tell them every next step. Most importantly, they want to be with the children, actively engaging with them on the floor building, talking, reading, creating, exploring and learning alongside them. Cedar Gables is an established early childhood program committed to providing children with a nurturing, engaging place to love, play, learn and grow. We are currently working toward NAEYC accreditation and are looking for a Lead Teacher who is excited to be part of a school that is continually growing and improving.

Requirements

3–5 years of preschool or early childhood classroom experience
CDA, associate degree or bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field
Connecticut Head Teacher approval or qualifications toward approval
Current First Aid and CPR certification
Experience leading a preschool classroom and working with assistant teachers
Strong communication and organizational skills

Nice To Haves

Caring about quality, being open to learning, and taking pride in doing things well.

Responsibilities

Create a warm, engaging and well-organized preschool classroom
Actively engage with children throughout the day through play, conversation, exploration and learning
Plan and implement developmentally appropriate learning experiences
Lead classroom routines, transitions and activities
Guide and support your assistant teacher and help create a strong classroom team
Maintain an inviting classroom environment with accessible, meaningful learning materials
Observe children's development and complete required classroom documentation
Communicate warmly and professionally with families
Build positive relationships with children, families and coworkers
Notice classroom needs and take initiative to address them
Follow through on responsibilities without needing repeated reminders
Maintain high standards for health, safety, supervision and professionalism
Participate in professional development and contribute to the continued growth of our program