Preschool Lead Teacher - North Little Rock

Pediatrics Plus Website•North Little Rock, AR

About The Position

Pediatrics Plus is a specialized pediatric healthcare provider that supports children through evidence-based therapy and education, diagnostic services, specialized equipment, family support, and community investment. The Preschool Lead Teacher is responsible for the classroom, including assessing clients, ensuring treatment plans are carried out, and supervising Classroom Teaching Assistants. The role manages and participates in classroom activities, implements daily curriculum and lesson plans, maintains a safe and supportive learning environment, and works with families, clients, and the center team.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with a wide variety of people.
Ability to work with clients from birth to age seven and with families who are at risk.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail and accuracy.
Computer skills, including working knowledge of databases, word processing, spreadsheets, and internet software.
Ability to handle multiple tasks in a busy environment.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, policies, and other company documents.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to speak effectively before groups of families or company team members.
Ability to apply common-sense understanding to written, oral, or diagrammed instructions.
Dress appropriately for work and comply with company dress-code policies.
Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance.
Ability to complete tasks in a timely manner.

Nice To Haves

Child Development Associate (CDA) credential.
One year of successful classroom experience working with developmentally at-risk clients, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

Manage and participate in classroom activities, including circle time, curriculum, center time, arrivals, departures, transitions, academic activities, recess, meals, nap time, and other activities determined by leadership.
Review clients’ treatment plans and suggest changes to the Early Childhood Behavior and Classroom Coach when requested.
Ensure client treatment plans are implemented to support treatment goals.
Refer clients for additional clinical services when needed, in collaboration with the Director and other appropriate leaders.
Implement, modify, and ensure completion of daily lesson plans.
Ensure required reports are updated, completed, and submitted on time.
Complete classroom billing through deTASO by signing daily.
Ensure classroom supplies are stocked daily.
Maintain visual supervision of clients and complete headcounts during each transition.
Promote a positive emotional climate by showing respect, supporting harmonious relationships, and using approved discipline techniques.
Follow classroom management techniques under guidance of the Early Childhood Behavior and Classroom Coach or other leadership.
Maintain an environment that supports preventative discipline through active engagement and teachable moments.
Communicate in a pleasant, caring, and professional manner with clients, parents, and team members.
Attend and actively participate in center functions, including parent-teacher conferences, parent and team meetings, graduation ceremonies, and training days.
Represent the program positively to parents, visitors, and the public.
Maintain a clean, safe, healthy, and sanitary learning environment; keep clients clean, change clothing when necessary, and disinfect toys and materials daily.
Engage clients during physical activity to promote gross and fine motor development.
Immediately report health and safety concerns to the Director of Preschool Services or Nurse.
Complete 15 hours of relevant, approved in-service training per fiscal year.
Follow company policies, procedures, guidelines, and applicable regulatory requirements, including EIDT, Arkansas Childcare Licensing, and the Arkansas Health Department.
Respect the rights of clients and families and maintain confidentiality of client and team-member information; respond to information requests according to clinic policy.
Perform housekeeping or janitorial functions as requested.
Participate in one-on-one meetings with the leader.
Assist with training and supporting new hires assigned to the classroom.
Actively engage with clients in scheduled classroom activities, including moving around the room, sitting on the floor, playing indoors, and participating on the playground.
Teach through daily curriculum activities and playful experiences, and ensure Teaching Assistants support this teaching.
Use Pediatrics Plus-approved techniques for engagement, teaching, and behavioral redirection.
Perform other related or unrelated duties as assigned.