Supervisor/Lead Teacher

JCCC•Overland Park, KS

16h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Supervisor/Lead Teacher works as the Classroom Supervisor/Lead Teacher in the Hiersteiner Child Development Center (HCDC) and reports to the HCDC Assistant Director. The role is responsible for guiding and mentoring the classroom teaching team while actively planning and participating in daily classroom activities for children ages 4–5 in Pre-K. It provides first-level leadership, coordinating and leading daily team activities while spending most of the time performing the work of those supervised, and assisting with management decisions and activities. The position supports children's care, education, development, and safety; maintains a developmentally appropriate classroom; and ensures classroom compliance with JCCC, HCDC, KDHE, CACFP, and NAEYC requirements. It also leads and evaluates staff, collaborates with families, maintains classroom records and budget documentation, and supports HCDC administrative and program operations. The role is full-time, salaried, and exempt, with a Monday–Friday schedule of 7:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m. (40 hours per week). A hybrid schedule is available. The starting salary range is $43,702–$56,248, determined based on relevant years of work experience provided in the application and resume.

Requirements

Meet KDHE and NAEYC Lead Teacher qualifications.
At least 5 years of teaching and supervisory experience in an early childhood classroom or setting.
First-level leadership capability, including coordinating and leading daily team activities.
Working knowledge of team function within the organization.
Ability to assist with management decisions and activities.
Required certifications and pre-employment verifications: KDHE Program Director Certification for Up to 100 Children; active Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR; health assessment and TB test; Child Development; Signs and Symptoms of Illness; Child Abuse and Neglect Mandated Reporting; and fingerprint-based background check.
Submit an application, resume, and unofficial transcripts for consideration.

Responsibilities

Engage and supervise children through teaching, diapering, potty training, outdoor time, meals, rest time, floor time, social play, and group activities.
Monitor children's development, milestones, and behaviors; communicate concerns and coordinate referrals, IEPs, IFSPs, and behavior plans.
Write, review, and post weekly lesson plans following Creative Curriculum and HCDC, KDHE, and NAEYC requirements.
Rotate toys and learning materials and adjust shelf arrangements to maintain a developmentally appropriate environment.
Plan and attend class field trips, walks, and events, and attend center-wide family events.
Prepare for child assessments and parent/teacher conferences, generate reports, and meet with parents twice per year.
Ensure compliance with JCCC policies, HCDC regulations, KDHE licensing, CACFP regulations, and NAEYC accreditation requirements, including ensuring direct reports follow them.
Maintain classroom and outdoor play areas and assist with NAEYC classroom evidence applications during renewal periods.
Maintain the classroom budget, purchase needed supplies, and complete reporting and receipt submission.
Provide ongoing supervision, coaching, and feedback to direct reports and JCCC students; report performance concerns involving staff, students, or visitors to the Assistant Director.
Prepare for and lead weekly teaching team meetings; complete staff performance evaluations and lead one-on-one evaluation meetings.
Develop and maintain reciprocal relationships with families through welcome packets, orientations, daily communication, arrival and departure greetings, photos and activity updates, parent engagement activities, and documentation of daily care and injuries.
Write or review monthly classroom newsletters for the playground app and review staff postings for quality and consistency.
Assist the Assistant Director and Director with feedback, reporting, and strategic plan tracking.
Ensure required classroom postings, documentation, and compliance reports are completed accurately.
Support classroom operations related to HCDC, JCCC, KDHE, CACFP, and NAEYC requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Health insurance, including some employer-paid options.
Employer-provided life insurance and AD&D.
Retirement plans: 403(b), 457(b), and KPERS.
Employer-paid 8% contribution into a 403(b), with no match required.
Paid vacation, sick, personal, and floating holiday time.
14 days of paid holidays.
Full tuition reduction for JCCC credit courses for the employee and eligible dependents.
Tuition reimbursement or assistance for non-JCCC courses for the employee.
Free access to the campus gym for employees and dependents.
Discount to the Hiersteiner Child Development Center.