Lead Teacher

Smart Start Academy•Jersey City, NJ

20d

About The Position

Smart Start Academy is dedicated to bringing the best environment for learning and creativity to each student. Our full day programs have a curriculum that works to meet every learning style in a way that nurtures every aspect of a child- the physical, emotional, intellectual and social. At Smart Start Academy, our teachers are responsible for managing the classroom from top down. From setting curriculum to delegating to assistants, your role will be to ensure that lesson plans, activities, and child care progress smoothly, effectively and to a high standard. Lead teachers who specialize in the following age ranges: Infant (1 to 14 months), Toddler (1.5 to 2 Years), Preschool (2 to 3 Years), and Pre-K (4 to 5 Years)

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree Required
Experience in a preschool or daycare environment is a must
Must be a strong, communicative team player
Leadership and management skills required
Must be able to work between the hours of 8:00am-6:30pm

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education Preferred

Responsibilities

Individual management of the students
Daily report- Has a full communication with parents
Preparing lesson plans
Classroom management
Training of new hires within classroom
Help with cleaning/up keep of their classroom
Stimulates emotional, intellectual, and social growth of students by developing and directing educational programs and activities tailored to assigned class; supervising day care.
Develops and nurtures children by planning and implementing educational programs; providing day-care; keeping children safe.