We are seeking a passionate Lead Preschool Teacher to inspire, instruct, and nurture our young learners. In this role, you will craft engaging lesson plans, teach age-appropriate subjects, and foster the social and emotional growth of children.

The ideal candidate is a personable and resilient individual who thrives in a dynamic, child-centered environment. With a deep understanding of child development principles and early education best practices, you will play a vital role in shaping the future of our students.

As a Lead Preschool Teacher, you will create a vibrant learning atmosphere that empowers children to grow into well-rounded individuals.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
• Ensures that the physical, social and emotional needs of the children are met daily.
• Ensures that all policies and procedures are being implemented to keep the children healthy and safe.
• Creates activities and opportunities that encourage curiosity, exploration, and problem-solving appropriate to children's developmental levels and learning styles through well-defined interest areas. • Assists and supervises children during all activities.
• Ensures that appearance, cleanliness and safe environment of classroom are appropriately maintained, in accordance with the NAEYC cleaning and sanitizing guidelines.
• Completes all Academy and classroom paperwork, such as daily notes, student accident reports, and attendance reports.
• Attends and participates in staff meetings, Academy events and parent meetings, as requested.
• Prepares and implements classroom lesson plans, programs and schedules.
• Develops, plans and prepares instructional aids and/or materials for classroom activities.
• Assists children with meal times and cleanup. • Ensures that all classroom and outdoor equipment are in good working condition and are used and maintained properly.
• Directs activities of other staff in the classroom to ensure that the classroom functions orderly.
• Interacts with parents and maintains open communication to encourage family engagement.
• Maintains the Family Information Board and other classroom bulletin boards.
• Schedules and conducts parent and teacher conferences throughout the year.
• Ensures that all licensing regulations are being followed as required by the state.
• Must be able to lift no less than 40 pounds to at least waist high on a consistent basis throughout the workday.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
• Accepts temporary work assignments in the event regularly scheduled personnel is not available.
• Assists with planning and implementing Academy-wide events.
• Meets with prospective families; communicates appropriately with potential new customers.
• Assists in evaluating personnel within the classroom.
• Performs other similar or related duties as necessary. JOB

QUALIFICATIONS
• Must meet all state and local licensing requirements for the position. 
• Candidate must pass all state medical requirements and have a clear background check to qualify for employment. 
• All employees must receive the required amount of training hours each calendar year per state licensing requirements.