Lead Preschool Teacher

Lead Preschool Teacher Within a philosophy of learning, our mission is to promote social-emotional mastery in children, thereby bettering humankind intergenerationally. With autonomous teaching roles, planning time, and generous benefits, we strive to cultivate an organizational culture of collaboration and feedback. Essential Duties & Responsibilities o Work within a co-teaching model to create an enriched, positive learning environment o Create and implement an emergent curriculum which engages and challenges children's individual growth o Knowledge of child development and learning philosophies preferred o Constantly use best practices regarding child supervision and safety procedures o Communicate proactively to create a positive team-oriented work environment o Able to give and receive feedback from co-workers and administration o Exhibit a warm, inviting personality and use a positive approach to behavior management o Regularly communicate with families about children's developmental goals and accomplishments o Practice all EEC regulations and organizational policies o Encourage independent problem-solving and self-help skills with children o Document children's work and present as an educational resource o Use redirection, logical and natural consequences to guide children's behavior o Offer choices to foster independence and positive self-esteem o Participate in weekly team meetings, monthly staff meetings and school events o Strives for professional goals by actively engaging in professional development o Express a desire to grow and learn in an ever-changing field Qualifications & Competencies o EEC Lead Preschool Certified o

Coachable:

Open to give and receive feedback for personal and professional growth o

Flexibility:

Thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment; understands learning is in the process, not the product o

Drive:

Passion to own one's work; proactively creates systems and offers solutions to improve classroom and organizational efficiency o

Organized:

Manages responsibilities in an efficient, productive manner; able to prioritize importance of tasks. o

Child-Centered:

All classroom and organizational decisions are made with children's well- being at heart o

Whole Child Approach:

Understanding the dynamics of each child's temperament, previous experiences and home life when assessing individual needs and goals o

Family-Focused:

Understands families are the most influential persons in a child's life; strives to build strong relationships with families o

Sense of Humor:

Ability to laugh at oneself a must!

To Apply:

Please send resume and cover letter. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. Salary commensurate with experience and education. Benefits include 6 weeks scheduled paid vacation, PTO, paid breaks, bereavement leave, personal days, and an employee discount. Summer schedule is negotiable. CMC does not discriminate on any basis, including but not limited to race, religion, ethnicity, gender identity/expression, age, sexual orientation, disabilities, marital or family status, genetic formation, or any other classification protected by law. LGBTQIA+ Friendly.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$56,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Employee discount Paid time off Professional development assistance

Work Location:

In person