Pre-K Lead Teacher

Overview
Join our vibrant early childhood education team as a Pre-K Lead Teacher, where your passion for nurturing young minds will inspire a love of learning in preschoolers. In this dynamic role, you will lead engaging classroom activities, develop age-appropriate curricula, and foster a safe, inclusive environment that promotes growth in literacy, math, social-emotional skills, and physical development. Your expertise will help lay a strong foundation for children’s future educational success while ensuring their well-being and happiness.

Duties

• Design and implement innovative curriculum plans that incorporate early childhood education best practices, including Montessori and other pedagogical approaches.
• Lead daily classroom activities focused on literacy education, math skills, physical education, and social-emotional learning.
• Manage classroom behavior through effective behavior management strategies to create a positive learning environment.
• Collaborate with families to communicate children’s progress and address individual needs related to special education or early intervention services.
• Oversee classroom management, including maintaining organized learning spaces and ensuring safety protocols are followed at all times.
• Conduct assessments aligned with standardized testing requirements to monitor developmental milestones and tailor lesson plans accordingly.
• Supervise and mentor assistant teachers or aides, fostering teamwork and professional growth within the classroom setting.

Experience

• Proven experience working with children in preschool or daycare settings, with a minimum of two years in early childhood education roles.
• Demonstrated expertise in curriculum development, lesson planning, and classroom management techniques tailored for toddlers and preschoolers.
• Background in special education or early intervention programs is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with childhood development principles, including literacy education, math instruction, and physical activity integration.
• Prior experience working in private schools or daycare centers that emphasize early childhood education methodologies such as Montessori is preferred.
• Strong communication skills to effectively engage with children, families, and team members while maintaining a positive and energetic attitude.
• Knowledge of standardized testing procedures relevant to early childhood assessment tools and tutoring techniques to support individual student needs. Embark on a rewarding career where your dedication transforms young lives! We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that values your expertise and enthusiasm for early childhood development—help us shape the future one child at a time!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee discount
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person