Pre-K Counts Lead Teacher (follows school year calendars, summers off) Lehigh Valley Children's Centers - 3.5 Allentown, PA Job Details Full-time | Contract 2 days ago Benefits Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance Professional development assistance Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Program development Maintenance Bachelor's degree Teaching experience with young children Early Childhood Education Parent-teacher conferences (communication methods) Full Job Description

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITES

Responsible for the planning and implementation of a child care program for children in a manner that contributes to their growth and development and is consistent with the goals and philosophy of Lehigh Valley Children's Centers, Inc. (LVCC) and following program policies in accordance with Pennsylvania Department of Human Services Child Care regulations, and where applicable Keystone STARS regulations.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsible for planning the week's schedule, ensuring the posting and implementation of lesson plans. Responsible for the overall planning of program activities and the development of an individualized program for each child. Responsible for assessing and recording children's progress through anecdotal records and Teaching Strategies GOLD assessments. Actively participates in daily classroom maintenance/cleaning. Works with any child needing special attention in conjunction with other staff and consultants as needed. Works in conjunction with other staff in preparation of materials and cleanup of the room for daily activities. Responsible for carrying out LVCC's health and safety policies and procedures, including monitoring children, activities, equipment and environment for safety. Models good health habits; complies with LVCC's dress code. Attends workshops, trainings, and conferences for professional development. Encourages and facilitates communication and cooperation between family and center: maintains frequent contact with parents informing them of the child's progress, activities and behaviors. Holds parent-teacher conferences semi-annually; maintains frequent contact with parents informing them of their child's progress, activities, and behavior. Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education Pennsylvania Certification in Early Childhood Education

PK-3 2500

hours documented experience working with young children Able to bend, sit, and stand for long period of times Maintains appropriate physical & TB testing requirements

BENEFITS

PTO days Company paid long-term disability Paid professional development days

VOLUNTARY BENEFITS

Medical Dental Vision Short term disability Life insurance Retirement plan Discounted child care during working hours Employee Assistance Program Lehigh Valley Children's Centers is a proud

Equal Opportunity Employer Job Types:

Full-time, Contract Work Location:

In person