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Lead Teacher, Preschool Location: US-MO-St. Louis Jobcode: tq0719 Email Job
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We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Lead Teacher to join our team. As a Lead Teacher, you will play a crucial role in providing quality education and care to young children. A lead teacher is responsible for the academic, social-emotional growth and development of infant, toddler and preschool aged children in their care. The primary function of lead teachers is to work with parents, administrators and other teachers to improve students' experience and meet teaching objectives. Additionally, lead teachers plan, evaluate and improve lesson plans and the physical environment of the classroom to create opportunities that meet the changing needs of the developing child. General housekeeping of the classroom is required. Lead Teachers will sterilize toys and play areas to ensure that the children are in a safe, engaging, and clean environment. 1 year of experience in a teaching capacity and lesson planning is required. Successful lead teachers are friendly and passionate about child development and possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Responsibilities:
Day to day management and general supervision of the children, classroom, teaching staff, and playground Maintain and encourage a friendly and loving environment and the ongoing safety of children and staff Maintain ongoing, open communication with parents and caregivers Ensure that each family receives an opportunity to build strong relationships with teaching staff Periodically confer with parents to discuss children's developmental progress, needs and interests Cooperate with children's families to ensure a smooth transition from home to child care setting Create weekly plans and implement an age-appropriate curriculum that nurtures and stimulates all domains of each child's development in their care Provide a developmentally appropriate classroom environment that reflects the children's learning and growth Perform ongoing developmental evaluations of children as required Provide a clean and safe environment for the children to play Qualifications:
1 year teaching experience Ability to effectively plan, organize and implement educational activities Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to maintain an overall positive and professional disposition Demonstrable record of making decisions on behalf of children with their well-being the top priority Ability and stamina to chase after, lift, or carry children up to 25 pounds and in case of emergency a 40-pound child Valid CPR certification (will provide training if needed) Prepared to pass a criminal background check If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and have the necessary qualifications, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our team as a Lead Teacher!
Brentwood Christian Childcare
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