Preschool Lead Teacher

TITLE: Lead Teacher/ Preschool FLSA: Non-Exempt
EMPLOYER PAID BENEFITS: Annual and Sick Leave
A: POSITION SUMMARY:
Responsible for developing and implementing an ongoing program of activities that promote the social, emotional, cognitive and physical development of each child enrolled in accordance with Wisdom Childcare Center performance standards.
B: RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
● Meet regularly with Assistant Teacher(s) and Aides to develop weekly plans and activities.
● Meet with the Program Coordinator to review curriculum plans and activities and evaluate program’s effectiveness.
● Responsible for implementing Wisdom Childcare Center performance standards, policies and procedures,
regulations and guidelines in the day- to-day operation of an early childhood development center (3 years-5 years of
age) including developmentally appropriate practices for a preschool program.
● Responsible for assisting with the implementation of developmental, behavioral, and sensory screenings within the
scheduled mandated by regulations and performance standards.
● Maintain records on each child’s progress and development for the purpose of planning and compliance with Head
Start Standards.
● Responsible for recording and record keeping of information required to document the growth and development of
children.
● Responsible for working with an interdisciplinary team to fully implement instructional programs for children with disabilities.
● Attend all staff meetings and in-service provided at the Center.
● Review with staff the progress of each child and develop written plans to promote each child’s growth and development.
● Work with the Parent Coordinator in planning and participating in parent activities.
● Responsible for coordinating and working closely with parents including home visits and staff/parent conferences.
● Help maintain the facility in a safe and satisfactory condition.
● Provide day-to-day supervision and support to teacher assistants, teacher aides, substitutes and volunteers, which
include sharing daily program plans and discussing goals for children.
● Assist the Center Director in providing orientation and training for new staff, substitutes and volunteers.
● Work with classroom staff to plan and implement the daily program of activities based on principles of child
development and in accordance with the program’s curriculum.
● Set up and maintain a well-organized, safe, and attractive classroom environment conducive to the optimal growth
and development of children.
● Develop a positive relationship with each child and promote the development of self- esteem and self-discipline.
● Observe each child daily to assess skills, interests and needs and use this information to facilitate learning and
growth.
● Establish a positive relationship with each child’s family and share information about the child’s day at the Center.
● Help parents to understand the curriculum and find ways to involve parents in the daily program.
● Conduct individual parent conferences at least twice a year to discuss each child’s growth and development.

● Conduct monthly parent classroom meetings.
● Keep abreast of current knowledge in the field of Early Childhood Education.
C. QUALIFICATIONS:
● 90 hour Infant Toddler or 90 hour Preschool certification 15 credits in Early
Childhood Education and at least two years teaching experience.
● Ability to relate positively to young children, parents and staff.
● Strong working knowledge of Early Education Performance and MSDE guidelines and regulations,
● Prefer knowledge of current curriculum.
● Demonstrate success in working as a member of a team.
● Effective and strong communication skills (orally and written).
● Demonstrated supervision skills.
D. PHYSICAL CAPABILITIES:
● Be able to lift 25-30 lbs.
● Be able to walk, squat/kneel, sit on floor, see, hear, speak with children to ensure children’s health and safety
E. OTHER:
● Documentation of Tuberculin-free condition
● Criminal Background Check
● Sex offenders
Leader Teacher’s Acknowledgement of Job Description
of each child enrolled in accordance with
Wisdom Childcare Center mission and vision.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person