Lead Teacher

The Lead Teacher is responsible for implementing curriculum in the classroom and for the supervision and management of children in the classroom. He or she must be knowledgeable in developmentally appropriate practices to supervise assistant teachers and children in their room ensuring activities and curriculum are adhered to as required by the Director.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Ensures that the appearance, cleanliness, and safe environment of the classroom are appropriately maintained

Completes all academy and classroom paperwork, such as daily notes, student accident reports, and attendance reports

Attends and participates in staff meetings, academy events, and parent meetings as requested

Helps and supervises children during all activities

Counsels children when social, academic, or adjustment problems arise

Prepares and implements classroom lesson plans, programs, and schedules

Develops, plans, and prepares instructional aids/materials for classroom activities

Helps children with meal times and clean-up

Ensures that all classroom and outdoor equipment are in good working condition and are used and maintained properly

Physically arranges the classroom into well-defined interest areas

Directs activities of other staff in the classroom to ensure that the classroom functions in an orderly manner

Communicates appropriate information to parents and maintains developmental profiles for children

Schedules and conducts parent/teacher conferences throughout the year

Maintains family information board and other classroom bulletin boards

Ensures that classroom medication schedule is followed

Performs other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

Must be at least 21 years old

Must possess a CDA or higher in Early childhood education with 45 hours training in Early Childhood Education/Child Development

Must meet all requirements stipulated by the state for this position

Classroom teaching experience in an accredited early childhood facility a plus

Pleasant/friendly demeanor and an outgoing personality

Highly professional and dependable

Must be able to interact appropriately with students of all ages and skill levels as well as with parents, coworkers, and management