Early Learning Lab Preschool Teacher

Summary

Under general supervision, performs a variety of teaching functions as lead teacher in a preschool classroom serving both typically and atypically developing children and guiding student interns.

Minimum Education/ Experience:

Minimum of a BA/BS degree in Early Childhood, Child Development, or a related field. Must hold a current NC Birth to Kindergarten (B-K) licensure, Preschool Add-On or equivalent. Preference given to those applicants who have experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities.

Duties and Responsibilities

Create and implement developmentally appropriate lesson plans based on the approved curriculum.

Ensure regular parent communication.

Plan and implement activities that develop self-esteem and social skills.

Facilitate play, exploration, and learning which is developmentally appropriate for each child.

Assess students using formal and informal assessments and discuss results.

Develop and implement comprehensive, data-based individual education plans for students.

Assume responsibility for arranging and conducting meetings to discuss Individual Education Plans for students.

Regularly plan, monitor, evaluate and update each student’s individual needs.

Provide recommendations and guidance to Exceptional Children Program administration regarding specific needs of children with special needs.

Collaborate with therapists, instructional assistants, and other staff to implement individual goals in daily routines/activities.

Collaboratively work with the teachers of interns, who are completing early childhood and education exploration coursework.

Design an appropriate learning environment that meets the developmental needs and goals of each student.

Participate in professional development training and opportunities.

Communicate appropriately and professionally with parents and fellow staff.

Commit to participating in and building a peer team environment.

Follow federal and state guidelines for the Exceptional Children Program.

Ensure compliance with all NC Child Care Regulations.

Support family engagement within the classroom and school.

Work in conjunction with the preschool administration and support to meet all applicable NC DHHS and NC DPI standards and regulations.

Must be able to routinely lift up to 40 pounds.

Other duties as assigned.

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this position. They are not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and skills that may be required of the employees assigned to this position. This description may be revised by the supervisor, with HR review and approval, at any time.