Lead Teacher, Preschool 3-4 year olds

JOB DESCRIPTION

Lead Teacher in Preschool Classroom 3-4 year olds We are hiring for this position now, with the classroom transition scheduled to begin June 1st. We are seeking a candidate who is eager to become part of our school community, whether by earning their Teacher Qualification through Colorado Shines over the coming months or by starting as a preschool float to get to know our classrooms, students, and families.

PURPOSE:

The Lead Teacher in the Preschool Room is responsible for making sure the room follows all state regulations and provides quality, developmentally appropriate guidance and activities for the children.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

Must be teacher qualified for the State of Colorado, Department of Early Childhood Ability to communicate with a variety of people and be supportive of different families and cultures Ability to problem solve quickly Be flexible and able to shift gears and go with the flow as needed Ability to lift children and also get up and down from the floor Ability to work with the director and staff as a team player An abundance of creativity, enthusiasm, patience and love for children Ability to maintain a clean and orderly environment Experience and skills in parenting issues

SUPERVISION

Reports to the Director of Summit Early Learning Center

WORK WEEK

Approximately 40 hours

POSITION CLASSIFICATION

Full-time

COMPENSATION

Hourly Starting at $17-$22 depending on experience.

BENEFITS

As described in the Summit Early Learning Center Employee Handbook PTO Self-Care allowance Retirement Tuition Discount

RESPONSIBILITIES

Plan (with written documentation), prepare and implement daily activities that address all developmental areas including: gross and fine motor skills, cognitive, emotional, social and spiritual. Keep in mind the scope and sequence of developmentally appropriate activities for children who will transition to kindergarten Interact with the children and model loving and appropriate behaviors for children and parents Communicate regularly with director regarding goals for children, developmental and emotional issues, curriculum, discipline, health concerns and room maintenance concerns Create and maintain a room environment that is stimulating, developmentally appropriate, safe, clean, organized, and comfortable Supervise the arrival and dismissal of children and communicate with parents Oversee and be responsible for the duties of an aide if one is needed Maintain appropriate records on children (developmental screenings, accident reports, assessments, etc.) Maintain some form of regular communication with parents regarding things that are happening in the classroom, i.e., newsletter, Lillio App, etc Attend staff meetings, stay current on CPR and 1st Aide, Mandatory Reporting, Standard Precautions and have 15 hours of appropriate continuing education each calendar year

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$17.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount Flexible schedule Paid time off Retirement plan

Work Location:

In person