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Good Shepherd Day School
Lead Teacher
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What they do
A Preschool or Childcare Teacher works with young children, usually ages 3 - 5, to help them learn the social, motor and language skills needed to be ready for kindergarten and elementary school. Organizes activities and uses play or games to help children learn; develops schedules and routines for children that include exercise and rest. Works in a school or in a childcare center or program.
$35,284 / year median in North Carolina
+9% projected growth
Job Description
The Lead Teacher is responsible for general administrative duties as assigned, for supervision of subordinate staff, and for planning, preparing, and implementing daily activities, monitoring children's progress, and maintenance of related records for assigned classroom. The Lead Teacher promotes the center's philosophy and educational objectives. The Lead Teacher supports the NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct. The Lead Teacher reports to the Director. Responsibilities The Lead Teacher, with the assistance of support staff, shall develop developmentally appropriate curriculum for her/his assigned classroom and work together with the Director and other staff members to foster an atmosphere of goodwill, open communication, and teamwork. The Lead Teacher is responsible for all other duties as assigned by Director or other in‐charge person. The Lead Teacher is responsible for knowing and following current NC policies and procedures, regulations, and all accreditation standards. The primary responsibility of the Lead Teacher is the safety and well‐being of the children. It is therefore the obligation of the Lead Teacher to report to the supervisor and/or Director any action or behavior by any person which might be detrimental to a child or group of children within the Center. Skills Proven experience as a Lead Teacher Excellent understanding of the principles of child development and educational methods Familiarity with safety and sanitation guidelines for classrooms Excellent communication and instructional skills Ability to act as mediator between children Cool-tempered, friendly and reliable Balance between a creative mind and a practical acumen Certification in Adult and Child CPR/First Aid/AED Certification in