Temporary Lead Teacher (Pre-K)

Department of Human Resources • Jacksonville, AL

2d

About The Position

The temporary lead teacher will implement a model Pre-K classroom for a group of children and provide support to the director with the following: planning and implementing appropriate activities for children, working with faculty and administration, working with families of young children, and modeling evidence-based practices in the classroom for early educator observers, graduate, and undergraduate students.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood, Child Development, or related field
• Must have a valid U.S. driver's license.
• Must be at least 21 years of age at the time of hire
• Must have an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report as determined by the insurance carrier.
• Must be able to work outside of normal hours, which may include nights and/or weekends,
• Must be available for travel within the state of Alabama.
• Applicant must demonstrate use of sound judgment and the ability to remain calm during a crisis.
• Must be able to perform physical tasks including lifting up to 25 lbs.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with developmentally appropriate, play-based curriculum and assessment.
• Knowledge of NAEYC or Quality Stars experience
• CPR Certification

Responsibilities

• Works to prepare and maintain children’s files including but not limited to progress reports, attendance records, health records, and parent locator sheet.
• Implements policies and procedures that will contribute to the care, growth and development of preschool children.
• Notifies Assistant Director of needs regarding inventory of materials, supplies and equipment; orders replacements as necessary.
• Provides for the safety needs of the children.
• Demonstrates the ability to relate across cultural boundaries.
• Implements and maintains compliance with JSU and State Department of Education, and any necessary accreditation requirements.
• Collaborates with other staff members on curriculum and best practices.
• Attends monthly faculty/staff meetings.
• Attends required meetings and trainings.
• Assist in preparing reports on the Child Development Center.
• Participates in professional development activities.
• Reads documents and material related to Child Development Center/Education, such as state and federal rules and regulations, state law, professional publications, to ensure compliance with rules and to keep current in the field.
• Reports any maintenance and equipment needs to the Assistant Director.
• Serves as a liaison to families, updating them on the pre-school, classroom and their child.
• Develops and implements the curriculum.
• Designs developmentally appropriate activities for children
• Communicates with families on both center and child updates
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Retirement Plans
• Alabama Teacher’s Retirement System (TRS)
• RSA-1 Deferred Compensation
• 403-B Retirement Annuity (TIAA)
• Health Insurance
• Medical (PEEHIP)
• Optional plans: vision, dental, flexible spending plan, dependent care, cancer and hospital indemnity
• Long-term disability and life insurance
• Tuition assistance
• Paid and unpaid leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Prescription assistance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time