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Position Summary:
The Lead Teacher is responsible for creating a safe, nurturing, and develomentally appropriate classroom environment that fosters each child's growth. This role includes curriculum planning, classroom management, communication with families, and mentoring assistant teachers.
Responsibilities:
- Plan and implement weekly lesson plans using both the provided curriculum and the Christian curriculum.
- Complete and send out monthly newsletters to families at the beginning of each month.
- Maintain a structured, positve, and engaging classroom environment.
- Observe and document children's developmental progress.
- Communicate regularly with parents through conferences, daily updates, and meetings.
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, and licensing regulations.
- Guide and mentor assistant teachers and floaters to maintian classroom quality.
- Collaborate with leadership on curriculum development and school events.
Requirements
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:30AM - 5:30AM
Qualifications:
- CDA, Associate's, or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field (Bachelor's preferred).
- Minimum 2 years of classroom teaching experience in an early childhood setting.
- Strong classroom management, communication, and organizational skills.
- CPR/First Aid certification of willingness to obtain within required timeframe.
- Knowledge of OCFS childcare regulations and best practices in early childhood education.
- Ability to model Christ-like character, compassion, and professionalism in all interactions.