Position Summary

The Lead Teacher is responsible for providing a developmentally appropriate educational environment. They are accountable for their classroom management and operation. Major responsibilities include appropriate interactions with children, communication with parents, and collaboration with the Teacher Assistant and Classroom Support Teacher.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties

• Follow the Creative Curriculum and developmentally appropriate practices
• Maintain a safe, healthy, attractive, learning environment both inside and outside
• Maintain confidentiality of children and family information. Provide any current information to the Family Advocate as needed
• Assist in preparing and maintaining the center for licensing requirements
• Develop and implement weekly lesson plans in conjunction with the Teacher Assistant 
• Plan for children’s individual interest and needs in conjunction with the Teacher Assistant
• Maintain accurate CACFP attendance and meal records
• Practice family style serving (eat meals with the children) daily
• Responsible for observing and making anecdotal notes on all children for their portfolio
• Complete developmental screenings (ASQ) and any other screenings within the first 30-45 days of a child entering the classroom
• Complete Assessments for each child three times per school year 
• Conduct all required parent/teacher conference and home visits
• Report pertinent behavior to the Early Learning Director immediately
• All other job related duties

Skills and Qualifications 

• Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or related degree with at least 9 credit hours in Early Childhood or Child Development Associate credential (CDA) and
• One year of experience in an early childhood classroom.

Physical Requirements:

• Be able to lift up to 55 pounds.
• Frequent bending, walking, squatting, lifting, standing, and/or sitting.
• Exposure to children’s illnesses and diseases.
• Exposure to varying outside temperatures (heat and cold).