Lead teacher

Spanish For Fun • Raleigh, NC

13d • Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Teacher's job is to holistically educate the child, ensuring their needs and interests are met. They must stimulate the language, emotional, physical, and cognitive development of students by providing meaningful and personalized learning situations. The role requires following professional practices consistent with school policies, collaborating with students, parents, colleagues, and administration. The Lead Teacher must adhere to North Carolina regulations and policies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education or Bachelor's in Education or Pedagogy + Early Childhood NC Credentials or Bachelor's in Psychology (with at least 18 EC Ed credits)
• AA/AAS in Early Childhood Development or Child Development.
• Bilingual (Spanish and English).
• Minimum of 2 years of verifiable early childhood experience.
• CPR and First Aid certification.
• Criminal background check (DHHS Criminal Background Check).
• Fluent communication in Spanish and English.
• Ability to work under pressure in a dynamic environment.
• Self-motivation, initiative, and ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Creative and effective problem-solving skills.
• Foster teamwork and maintain positive relationships with colleagues and families.
• Physical agility: Ability to move easily within the classroom, including kneeling, crouching, crawling, running, and jumping to interact with children at their level.
• Active physical interaction: Ability to get down to the child's physical level, whether sitting on the floor or kneeling, to promote an environment of closeness and trust.
• Adaptability to movement: Ability to make quick and precise movements when necessary to ensure children's safety, such as assisting them during play or in risky situations.

Nice To Haves

• Collaborative teamwork: Effectively collaborates with colleagues, fostering a positive and participatory work environment.
• Positive communication: Promotes respectful and constructive dialogue with students, parents, and colleagues, fostering mutual understanding and support.
• Customer focus: Attends to the needs of children and families, always seeking the best educational experience.
• Planning: Organizes pedagogical activities and resources strategically to meet educational objectives.
• Climate agent: Fosters an inclusive and respectful classroom environment where all children and adults feel valued.
• Interpersonal sensitivity: Recognizes and responds with empathy to the emotional needs of children and adults in the school environment.
• Political sensitivity: Maintains a diplomatic and professional attitude in situations requiring discretion and tact.
• Respect: Models and promotes respect for all people inside and outside the classroom, fostering an environment of trust and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Plan and document all pedagogical activities following SFF! guidelines and ensuring they align with the school's established policies and procedures.
• Ensure student attendance is up-to-date and collaborate with the team in managing all classroom activities, complying with DCDEE and SFF! regulations and policies.
• Attend and actively contribute to planning meetings, school events, and parent conferences, ensuring SFF! policies and DCDEE rules are met at all times.
• Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations established by SFF! and the DCDEE, making sure the classroom and materials are safe and appropriate for children.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level