What are the responsibilities and job description for the Preschool Lead Teacher position at Faith Friends Learning Center?
Looking for a Lead Teacher to start in our Summer 2026 Program, beginning on Monday, June 1st. Could start earlier, if available, to shadow before the program begins.
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30-5:30 with a break from 1:00-2:00
Title – Lead Teacher
Purpose of Position
Work with children, parents, Director and Assistant Teacher to provide a quality preschool program where children can grow and learn.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
- Understand the philosophy of Faith Friends Preschool & Learning Center.
- Responsible for the welfare, health, and safety of the children in assigned group.
- Plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities based on weekly themes, incorporating the Early Learning Content Standards.
- Provide monthly lesson plans to the Director by the 15th of the prior month for approval.
- Create a monthly newsletter for classroom parents.
- Keep individual records for each child (as specified for child assessments) to be shared with parents at the annual parent conference.
- Inform parent of child’s progress or delays and conduct parent conference.
- Prepare and plan for the summer camp program (if Full-time).
- Prepare supply lists for items needed in classroom.
- Plan, prepare and participate in the annual Christmas Program.
- Identify individual needs and strengths of children, communicate effectively at a child’s level of understanding, show genuine love and concern and be a good listener.
- Plan with and clarify expectations for the Assistant Teacher assigned to class. Assign activities and specified jobs to best utilize the Assistant Teacher.
- Prepare the classroom environment and maintain the cleanliness of the classroom and materials.
- Keep employee file updated to meet licensing and center requirements for in-service training.
- Attend staff meetings and other meetings as designated by Director.
- Work with all staff members in a cooperative manner to achieve the objectives of the program.
- Inform Director in cases of unreasonable behavior, parent complaints, or other problems which should be handled by the Director in the best interest of the center or child.
- Understand and adhere to statutory reporting requirements for suspected cases of child abuse.
- Perform all other duties as assigned by Director.
- Knowledgeable of church policies and adhere to the Employee Handbook in particular.
- Follow all rules and regulations as outline by ODJFS.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Understand the developmentally appropriate practices of early childhood education.
- Have a thorough understanding of the development of young children.
- Have a thorough understanding of the Early Learning Content Standards.
- Discretion in handling confidential matters.
- Must pass background check, including fingerprinting.
- Possess good reading, writing, speaking and listening skills.
- Must be able to sit, walk, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel and bend.
- Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Education and Training
- High School Diploma
- Child Development Associate credential, Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education or Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education is desired.
- Have verifiable satisfactory experience working with young children.
- Must meet all licensing requirements.
Work Schedule & Pay Rate
- Hourly - Full-time position (35 or more hours per week – 52 weeks per year)
- Hourly Rate is $16.00/hour
Reports to Director of Faith Friends Preschool & Learning Center
Pay: $16.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16