Preschool Lead Teacher

Overview

Three Little Bears Day Care, LLC is a new daycare that opened end of summer. We are excited to welcome children from our community to a loving, nurturing and educational environment. Head Teacher will work closely with Center Owner/Director.

• Coordinate and implement educational curriculum by developing classroom activities based on developmentally appropriate practices and early learning standards.
• Supervise children at all times for their safety and the safety of others.
• Lead by example; encourage teaching team success through modeling and coaching.
• Plan individual and group age-appropriate activities to actively engage children and encourage social, cognitive and emotional growth.
• Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions, progress reports, and parent-teacher conferences.
• Use Center app (will train) to communicate with parents and share child’s work.
• Ensure all center policies and state regulations are met.
• Ensure a healthy classroom environment, including maintaining appropriate hygiene and safety and security of children.
• Supervise teacher assistants and classroom volunteers to ensure they are following planned activities, hygiene and safety standards.
• Maintain accurate records, forms and files.
• Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.
• Maintain a clean and organized classroom.
• Hold team meetings for planning and reflection.
• Stock the classroom with supplies as needed.
• Keep toys and mats appropriately sanitized, according to CDC and state licensing regulations.
• Attend required meetings, as scheduled.
• Participate in extracurricular activities such as Open House and Parents’ Evening/Weekend Events.
• Attend professional development as required.

• A current center-based Child Development Associate Credential issued from the Council for Professional Recognition OR
• Twelve (12) credits in early childhood education or child development from a regionally accredited higher education institution
• Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
• High energy and the ability to work well with others (staff, children, and parents) and to foster a team environment.
• A strong understanding of child development.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification (will help certify if you don’t have).
• Ability to lift 40 lbs.
• Enjoy working with children.
• Flexible schedule.
• Team player.

• 1 year experience.
• Head Teacher Certificate.
• CPR & First Aid Certificate.
• Care 4 Kids Training.

• PTO
• Paid National Holidays
• Room for advancement to Assistant Director