Lead Teacher

Overview

The Lead Teacher is responsible for curriculum implementation and classroom management. The Lead Teacher promotes the social, physical and intellectual growth of the children under his/her care and works with the school's staff to create an environment of learning and keeps parents informed of the progress of child(ren).

• Implements the company-provided curriculum, including communicating and interpreting it, both verbally and in writing, by preparing written, age-appropriate lesson plans.
• Creates age-appropriate lesson plans for each child by observing development and listening to verbal feedback during classroom activities.
• Interacts with children and models socially-appropriate behavior on the playground and in the classroom, and participates in physical activities that engage each child.
• Conducts regular classroom observations reflecting the age-appropriate interests of children in the Lead Teacher's classroom.
• Maintains a safe and healthy learning environment by adhering to policies and procedures and reporting potential hazards or injuries; ensures attendance is completed accurately.
• Communicates suspected child abuse or neglect to local child protective agencies as required by law.
• Provides daily, written and oral feedback to parents regarding the social and intellectual development of their child(ren).
• Attends all staff trainings and meetings conducted by the school director.
• Treats each child with respect and dignity, recognizing and considering each child's unique background, including children with disabilities.
• Creates and maintains an intellectually stimulating and age-appropriate classroom environment through creative means, including displaying student artwork and crafts and documenting learning.
• Regularly opens and closes the assigned classroom in the morning and evening and conducts daily attendance both visually and in writing.
• Keeps the classroom clean by sweeping, sanitizing toys and surfaces, and disposing of garbage as needed.

• Must meet state licensing requirements for education.
• Must possess the ability to coach others, provide positive direction, and delegate tasks to accomplish classroom objectives.
• Must possess a high school diploma or its equivalent.
• Must have at least two (2) years of experience in a licensed childcare center.
• Preferred: a degree in early childhood development, a CDA, or similar education and CPR/First Aid certification.
• Must be able to communicate, both verbally and in writing.
• The Lead Teacher shall support other teachers and assistant teachers to accomplish classroom objectives through positive coaching and development by acting as a resource in the school and supporting the delivery of quality educational programming.