Ga Prek Lead Teacher

Job Overview We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Ga Prek Lead Teacher to join our vibrant early childhood education team. In this role, you will serve as a key leader in creating a nurturing, engaging, and educational environment for preschool-aged children. Your expertise will help foster early childhood development, support classroom management, and implement innovative curriculum strategies. This position offers an exciting opportunity to influence young learners' growth while working collaboratively with staff, families, and community partners. The ideal candidate will bring energy, creativity, and a deep understanding of early childhood education principles to inspire young minds every day. Responsibilities In this vital role, you will lead a state-funded classroom, implementing a high-quality, GELDS-based curriculum that prepares young learners for Kindergarten success. Your enthusiasm for early education and dedication to child welfare will help lay a strong foundation for our students' academic and social-emotional growth. This position offers a meaningful opportunity to work within a dynamic educational team committed to meeting the rigorous standards of Georgia's Pre-K Program.

Responsibilities Curriculum Implementation:

Develop and execute engaging lesson plans aligned with the Georgia Early Learning and Development Standards (GELDS), covering literacy, math, and social-emotional development.

Assessment & Tracking:

Utilize the Work Sampling System (WSS)to conduct ongoing assessments of child development milestones, ensuring all students are meeting state performance indicators.

Classroom Management:

Create a positive, nurturing environment that promotes proactive behavior management and emotional well-being for 4-year-olds.

Compliance:

Maintain a classroom that adheres to all Bright from the Start (DECAL) health, safety, and instructional regulations.

Collaboration:

Partner with parents, assistant teachers, and educational specialists to support individual learning plans and early intervention needs.

Kindergarten Readiness:

Foster foundational skills in literacy and numeracy through play-based and intentional instruction.

Qualifications Certification:

Must hold a valid Georgia Professional Standards Commission (GaPSC) certificate (T-4 or T-5) in Early Childhood Education, or meet the DECAL lead teacher credential requirements.

Experience:

Proven experience in a Georgia Pre-K classroom or a licensed daycare setting with strong classroom management skills.

Technical Knowledge:

Familiarity with GELDS and the Work Sampling System (WSS) is highly preferred.

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a DECAL-approved related field.

Communication:

Excellent interpersonal skills to effectively engage with Sandy Springs families and our collaborative teaching team.

Training:

Current CPR/First Aid certification and a valid GaPDSnumber are required for the 2026 school year.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$39,000.00 - $70,480.00 per year

Work Location:

In person