Pre-K Lead Teacher

Pre-K Lead Teacher Cornerstone Lutheran Preschool Carmel, IN Job Details Part-time From $18 an hour 4 hours ago Benefits Employee discount Professional development assistance Retirement plan Qualifications Childcare CPR Certification Early childhood education Child Development Classroom experience Associate's degree Leadership Child Development Associate Certification Teaching Early Childhood Education Parent-teacher conferences (communication methods) Full Job Description Cornerstone Lutheran Preschool is seeking a Pre-K Lead Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. This is a terrific opportunity for individuals who enjoy nurturing children, partnering with families, and building relationships with their coworkers in a Christ-centered environment. Hours are Monday/Tuesday/Thursday from 8:15-1:45 pm. This is a great fit for parents who would like to work while their children are at school.

Job Type:

Part-time Responsible to: Preschool Director

SELF-MANAGEMENT AND PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT 1.

Be a positive committed Christian with an enthusiasm for working with young children. 2. Understand that the lead teacher's first priority is to teach the children about the love of Jesus through positive role modeling, gentle and consistent temperament, and caring relationships. 4. Attend all staff meetings, attend workshops and seminars whenever possible, and log at least 12 training hours each year. 5. Maintain Red Cross first aid and child and infant CPR certifications. Pass national background check, Tb test and drug screening.

STAFF MANAGEMENT 1.

Develop and implement daily lesson plans based upon yearly focus, Indiana Early Learning Foundations and individual needs as assessed. 2. Plan for and request materials and supplies based up lesson plans and inventory. 3. Support other staff by being a positive role model and providing guidance when working with each other and children. 4. Become familiar with and follow policies outlined in the staff manual. 5. Participate in program events outside of the classroom. Examples include but are not limited to Thanksgiving Feasts, Christmas Programs, Mom's Nights, and Dad's Nights. 6. Implement and follow standards related to achieving/maintaining Paths to Quality and National Lutheran Schools Accreditation.

CHILD MANAGEMENT 1.

Supervise the management of the classroom schedule and maintain attendance records. 2. Communicate clearly and effectively with children to meet their needs. 3. Provide support and modeling throughout free choice opportunities. 4. Execute fire, tornado and lockdown drills according to the emergency plan. 5. Follow positive discipline policies as outlined in the staff manual. 6. Maintain ongoing records assessing the growth and development of each child. 7. Maintain open, honest, respectful communications with parents, planning for annual conferences; communicate with parents regarding exceptional behavior, accidents, illnesses, and discipline.

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS 1.

Be mentally and physically capable of caring for a group of young children. 2. Be able to kneel, bend, squat, lift, push, pull, and carry children up to 70lbs. 3. Demonstrate initiative and competence in working effectively without close supervision. 4. Demonstrate a willingness to perform other duties, above and beyond those listed here, as assigned. Staff Benefits Employees working over 20 hours receive retirement and disability benefits. All preschool staff members also receive a discount on their child(ren)'s tuition.

QUALIFICATIONS

Associate degree in Early Childhood Education; Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) or willing to work toward CDA; or bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development or related field

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

From $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount Professional development assistance

Education:

Associate (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person