Pre-K Lead Teacher (Dallas, GA)

Child Development Schools • Dallas, GA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Child Development Schools is seeking a Georgia Pre-K Lead Teacher to oversee classroom activities in accordance with Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning standards and the current Georgia Pre-K Curriculum. The teacher creates a nurturing, positive environment for children and families and supports children's comprehensive development. Responsibilities include designing and delivering learning experiences across physical health, social-emotional growth, cognitive skills, and creative expression; regularly assessing children's progress; and adapting the curriculum to individual needs, including the needs of children with disabilities. The role also requires maintaining a clean and safe classroom by following procedures for hygiene, food handling, illness management, and child supervision. The position is based in Dallas, Georgia. Pay varies according to experience, county of employment, and educational qualifications.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education; or a bachelor's degree in another field plus one of the following: an associate's degree in Early Childhood Education, a Technical College Diploma or Certificate in Early Childhood Education, a Montessori Teaching Diploma accredited by MACTE, or a valid Preschool CDA credential.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Empathy and understanding of children's needs and development.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Flexibility and adaptability to meet community needs and respond to changing circumstances.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of working with children.

Responsibilities

• Oversee classroom activities in accordance with Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning standards and the current Georgia Pre-K Curriculum.
• Create a nurturing, positive environment for children and their families.
• Design and execute learning experiences that support physical health, social-emotional growth, cognitive skills, and creative expression.
• Conduct regular assessments to monitor children's progress and tailor the curriculum to each child's needs, including children with disabilities.
• Follow health and safety procedures for hygiene, food handling, illness management, and child supervision to maintain a clean and secure environment.

Benefits

• 50% tuition discount for employees' children.
• PerkSpot discounts on major brands and services.
• Up to $5,250 in tuition reimbursement.
• Professional development, coaching, mentoring, and ongoing development initiatives.
• Nine company-paid holidays and eight days of PTO for full-time employees.
• Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, and short- and long-term disability benefits for full-time employees.

What This Job Offers

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