What are the responsibilities and job description for the Kindergarten Readiness Teacher position at Harmony Christian Preschool?
Lead Teacher Job Description
Job Summary
Lead teachers are responsible for providing early childhood education to children up to approximately five years of age. If you have preschool skills and know safety and first aid techniques, you would be a valuable addition to our team of dedicated lead teachers. We need someone like you, who enjoys working in an environment where quickly adapting to changing conditions and rapidly assessing the needs of young students are important and necessary skills. Teaching in an early childhood environment is great for people who love being around children and who have a passion for early childhood education. If you want to help children, get a great start in life while informing their educational experience from an early age as one of our indispensable and hard-working lead teachers, then apply today.
Job Responsibilities
- Prepare lessons that meet educational requirements in an age-appropriate manner and teach in a manner that meets the needs for the ages and abilities of all participating students.
- Manage a busy classroom environment, and provide the structure and discipline required for successful learning for everyone in the classroom.
- Help children meet educational milestones through personalized instruction and other supplementary assistance.
- Collaborate with other teachers, instructors, and staff members to create an optimal learning and care environment.
- Provide helpful feedback to parents and guardians on a regular or as-needed basis.
- Prepare lesson plans for students according to the age, developmental maturity, and needs of the children being taught, while including fundamental vocabulary, simple shapes, basic colors, letters, and numbers into the curriculum.
- Address basic interpersonal skills, such as sharing, taking turns, and asking permission in the classroom.
- Other duties as assigned
Job Skills and Qualifications
Required:
- Experience in a Preschool setting
- Ability to develop lesson plans that meet educational standards
- Familiarity with classroom management skills
- New hire requirements
Preferred:
- CDA or higher education or 5 years in an early childhood setting.
- First Aid/CPR Certification
Hours: Part-Time MWF 8:00 a.m. to Noon MWF
Job Responsibilities to maintain employment:
o Complete 15 hours of professional development annually and implement what you have learned back into the classroom.
o Update TB skin tests every two years.
o Complete a professional development plan with the director annually.
o Complete a staff evaluation with the director annually.
o Complete CPR/First Aid certification every two years.
o Complete the 1.5-hour Pediatric Abusive Head Trauma Training in the first year of hire.
o Complete 6 hours of Orientation in the first 90 days of hire.
o Follow and implement all center policies and procedures daily.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $11.00 - $17.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $11 - $17