Job Description
Job Description
Lead Preschool / Pre-Kindergarten Teacher Position Summary
Under the direction of center administration, the lead teacher develops and executes individual education plans for children ages 3 – 5 years old. The lead teacher ensures their teaching team (assistant teacher and teacher aide) provides a safe and educational learning environment for the children.
Major Responsibilities and Tasks
Provide high quality learning environment that incorporates evidence based curriculum and instructional activities
Meet with Early Learning Coordinator on a weekly basis to review classroom and child dataAttend and participate in all scheduled trainings in support of ongoing professional developmentProvide an enhanced curriculum focused on social-emotional development, early language and literacy, and physical developmentSelf-reflect on own teaching practices and develop a continuous improvement plan based off of self-assessment toolCurriculumImplement Creative Curriculum for the Preschool / PreKindergarten classroom
Positively engage with children and use appropriate Conscious Discipline methods, as outlined in CWCC’s policyPerform the functions of this position with a strong understanding of developmentally appropriate practicesMeet with assistant teacher and aide to review lesson plans and individual child goals and assign best teaching practicesComplete and submit required forms in a timely manner, including but not limited to : lesson plans, portfolios, assessments, observations, transition plansAssessmentProvide ongoing observations and assessment of each child
Maintain documentation of each child’s progress and growth according to Teaching Strategies GOLDReview assessment results and interpret information to identify areas of need within the classroomHome-School ConnectionsConduct two parent-teacher conferences a year to discuss each child’s individual development and progress
Develop educational goals with parents and update as neededWork with the parent during transition times to develop individualized transition goalsCommunicate regularly with parents by means of parent meetings, daily sheets, etc.Interpret school program to parents to strengthen the understanding of the child’s needs and the importance of an early learning environment for the continued development of the childOtherAttend staff and parent meetings, and school district coalition meetings as requested
In cooperation with other staff, complete daily cleaning dutiesCarry out routine duties such as toileting, hand washing, clean- up, and supervision of children at all timesEnsure classroom materials, furniture, and supplies are properly maintainedAny other duties assigned by center administrationBasic Qualifications
Associate’s Degree in E.C.E.Experience teaching in an early learning environmentPreferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in E.C.E.Knowledge of Creative CurriculumExperience teaching in an early learning environmentPhysical Requirements
Ability to lift 25-35 lbsAbility to walk, kneel, sit, and stand for long periods of timeBenefits :
Health insuranceDental insuranceVision insuranceEmployee discount on child’s tuition401(k) with up to 5% matchingPaid time offProfessional developmentWE PAY FOR YOUR EDUCATION!
CWCC has 2 options for you to grow your career in Early Childhood! 100% covered by us! Both options are self-paced and online!
Option 1 : CDA (Child Development Associate)
Option 2 : Associate's degree in E.C.E.
Join a team that invests in your future while making a difference in the lives of children. At CWCC, Inc. we're not just childcare programs; we're a family of educators dedicated to your professional growth.