Pre - K Lead Teacher

Tampa JCC Federation Inc • Tampa, FL

152d • $17 - $19

About The Position

Under the general supervision of the Preschool Director and with the help of an assistant teacher, the VPK Lead Teacher provides a stimulating, safe, and developmentally appropriate educational environment for preschool children. The teacher prepares lesson plans, documents children’s progress, conducts parent conferences and an Open House, participates in program activities, and keeps classroom spaces and supplies orderly.

The role includes leading activities based on the JCC Preschool Guide to Learning and Development and the JCC’s curriculum objectives. The teacher works collaboratively with children, families, the assistant teacher, and other staff, while complying with state and county child care regulations.

Requirements

• VPK teacher credential is required.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with parents, teachers, and other staff.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and email.
• Professional dress, appearance, and speech.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 35 pounds and perform the physical tasks required, including assisting children on and off a diapering table and lifting children who need comfort or are unwell.
• Ability to stand on the playground for 30–45 minutes while supervising children.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate early childhood curriculum in accordance with JCC philosophy and identified curriculum objectives.
• Supervise children in the classroom and provide a supportive environment for learning and practicing appropriate individual and group behaviors.
• Ensure children’s safety in the classroom and on the playground.
• Maintain open, cooperative communication with parents and families, encourage their involvement, and support children’s family relationships.
• Maintain confidentiality for children, staff, and parents.
• Compile and write individual assessments of each child’s development; maintain daily attendance records and related reports.
• Conduct at least two regularly scheduled parent/teacher conferences each year and additional conferences as needed.
• Attend preschool staff meetings and professional development.
• Support and participate in JCC/Federation and Parent Association activities when appropriate.
• Comply with state and county child care regulations.
• Work effectively with the assistant teacher and other staff members.
• Maintain a positive attitude toward work, coworkers, children, and families.
• Lead activities based on the JCC Preschool Guide to Learning and Development.
• Maintain classroom space and supplies in orderly condition.
• Conduct an Open House for parents.

Benefits

• Health, vision, dental, and life insurance, plus other voluntary plans (full-time).
• Vacation and sick pay (full-time).
• Holiday pay (full-time).
• Free first aid and CPR training.
• Flexible hours.
• Optional 401(k).
• JCC membership (health club).
• Tuition discount.
• Professional development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed