Lead PreSchool​/PreKindergarten Teacher

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• Curriculum and Instruction
  • Plan both long and short range activities in accordance with curriculum objectives, developmentally appropriate practice and program philosophy
  • Maintain a positive physical and emotional educational environment; ensure children are supervised at all times
  • Interact verbally and non‑verbally with children during the day, at meal/snack times, and outside; create detailed lesson plans according to established curriculum and weekly calendars
  • Collect and maintain updated information in children’s files and submit to office at the end of the school year
  • Incorporate activities and educate meaningfully about Jewish tradition, culture, values and Israel. Knowledge of Hebrew and Jewish culture or willingness to learn a plus.
• Assessment
  • Use assessments to support children’s learning through observations, class notations, checklists, and rating scales
  • Observe children’s strengths and weaknesses to inform instruction
  • Share assessment results with families
  • Maintain written records of child progress, observation, and assessment
• Relationship between Teachers and Children
  • Foster children’s emotional well‑being through positive social conversations, eye contact, tone of voice, and smiles
  • Treat all children with equal respect and consideration
  • Never use physical punishment, verbal abuse, threats, or derogatory remarks; nor withhold/force food as a form of discipline
  • Consider attention span and age and redirect to avoid developmentally inappropriate behavior
  • Help children develop a feeling of self‑worth
  • Focus on positive behavior, not unacceptable behavior
• Families
  • Communicate regularly with parents, schedule conferences and maintain records of all communications
  • Facilitate smooth transition for children from home to school
  • Engage with families to learn about children’s needs and interests
  • Incorporate each family’s culture and tradition respectfully
• Health and Safety
  • Safety is a prime requisite at all times—attending to this goal requires vigilant, direct visual and verbal supervision
  • Check that food items are clearly marked with the child’s name
  • Complete pediatric first aid and CPR certification training
  • Keep hot foods and liquids out of children’s reach; personal hot drinks must have lids
  • Follow recommended practices regarding hand washing, frequencies of cleaning, and sanitizing all surfaces
  • Provide rest periods for children
  • Become familiar with emergency exit procedures as well as security procedures
• Classroom and Learning Environment
  • Arrive at school 30 minutes before beginning of shift and depart 30 minutes after ending of shift, when room is restored to order
  • Set up and follow a consistent daily routine and post routine in room
  • Write weekly communication to be sent home either in written form or through class blog/website
• Professional Commitment
  • Attend scheduled meetings and events as required
  • Submit personal health forms, as well as other requested paperwork
  • Keep personal items such as purses, tote bags, cell phones inaccessible to children at all times
  • Maintain a level of professionalism by keeping any and all information about the school, staff, and children strictly confidential; information should not be shared with any parent, outsider, or staff member other than the director and should never be shared at social gatherings, public places or through electronic media

A minimum of a BA in Early Childhood or a related field, and 3 years experience is preferred for this position. Ability to sit on the floor, bend and lift up to 30 lbs. Flexibility a must. Salary and benefits are commensurate with experience and education.

$35,000 - $45,000