Preschool Head Teacher

Little Sunshine's Playhouse • Mount Juliet, TN

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About The Position

We are seeking a Head Teacher to join our team at Little Sunshine’s Playhouse and Preschool of Mt, Juliet, TN We are looking for a leader who is interested in… Joining a company that provides an encouraging environment for our educators, thus the very best educational experience to young learners. Growing their career within the industry All applicants must: Be able to work full-time 9:00 AM til 6:00 PM – NO NIGHTS, NO WEEKENDS! Meets and exceeds all state Child Care Licensing requirements. Has previous experience in childcare, teaching, or other related fields, preferred. Possess a teamwork mindset, strong communication skills, organization skills, and problem-solving ability. Has the ability to build rapport with children, families, and peers Are you a leader who loves making a difference? You will fit right in! As a leadership team member at Little Sunshine’s Playhouse, you will provide a positive and encouraging environment for the educators at your location. You provide support as they work to successfully implement our Reggio Emilia-inspired curriculum, Creatively Shine.

Requirements

• Be able to work full-time 9:00 AM til 6:00 PM – NO NIGHTS, NO WEEKENDS!
• Meets and exceeds all state Child Care Licensing requirements.
• Has previous experience in childcare, teaching, or other related fields, preferred.
• Possess a teamwork mindset, strong communication skills, organization skills, and problem-solving ability.
• Has the ability to build rapport with children, families, and peers
• Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs. approximately 100 times per day/shift.
• Standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching reaching, pulling, pushing, grasping, hearing, talking, and repetitive motion are physical requirements of the position.

Responsibilities

• Manage all responsibilities outlined for Lead Teacher. In some schools, head teachers are also lead teachers (assigned to a classroom).
• Manage ratios
• Assist and mentor all LSP teachers in regard to curriculum, lesson planning, LuvNotes, and classroom-related questions as needed.
• Review Developmental Checklists/Portfolios
• Complete objective classroom observations
• Develop relationships with families for better customer service
• Assist with enforcing sick child policy
• Participate in parent/teacher conferences
• Model and support teachers with positive classroom/behavior management
• Assist in enforcing Staff Handbook policies (e.g., dress code, cell phone use, communication with children, family-style meals)
• Understand the role of and fill in for assistant director responsibilities as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees