Preschool Director/Teacher

Plan and implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum for the children’s preschool, within NAEYC guidelines; stay current on preschool/kindergarten requirements and continue education on developing research, methods, techniques, and philosophies.

Attends preschool each day the school is in session, facilitating the preschool’s daily schedule, supervising free play, clean-up, and leading group activities with the children, creating a positive climate for children and adults. 

Monitor and evaluate children’s progress, handle all social behaviors, and protect the privacy of parents and children alike.

Delegate, supervise, educate, guide and support co-op participants toward better techniques of working with children by modeling appropriate interaction with children, making suggestions that will help parents work effectively in the classroom and with children.

Partner with the Teacher’s Aide to create a nurturing, engaging, and safe learning environment that supports the social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development of each child. 

Attend monthly Board and general meetings, school functions/events. Promote parent education during our regular meetings, and/or through in-class observations. 

Ensure that the school is at all times in compliance with current licensing requirements, rules and regulations; Conduct monthly fire safety procedures, and maintain all required documents and daily records.

Opens/Closes the school.

Ensure qualified teachers are available to act as substitutes in your absence. 

Works closely with the Board regarding education programs, maintaining school equipment/supplies, and any other mutually agreed responsibilities.

Consistent exercise of independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance.

Regular, consistent, and punctual attendance.