What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head Preschool Teacher position at Kaleidoscope Child Care Center?
About the Role:
Kaleidoscope Child Care Center in Bridgeville, PA is looking for a passionate and nurturing Head Preschool Teacher to lead our vibrant early childhood classroom! This is an exciting opportunity to shape young minds, foster creativity, and make a lasting impact during the most formative years of a child's development. If you love building meaningful connections with children and families, we'd love to meet you!
Responsibilities:
- Plan and implement age-appropriate, developmentally focused lesson plans and curricula for preschool-aged children
- Create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating classroom environment that encourages learning through play
- Supervise and mentor assistant teachers and classroom aides
- Monitor and document children's developmental progress and communicate updates to families
- Maintain open, positive communication with parents and guardians through daily interactions and conferences
- Ensure classroom compliance with state licensing regulations and child care health and safety standards
- Collaborate with center staff and administration to support program goals and continuous improvement
Requirements:
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field preferred
- Minimum 2 years of experience in a licensed preschool or child care setting
- Knowledge of PA state child care regulations and NAEYC developmentally appropriate practices
- Current CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)
- Strong classroom management and early childhood curriculum development skills
- Warm, patient, and enthusiastic demeanor with a genuine love for working with young children
- Ability to pass required background checks per Pennsylvania child care licensing requirements
About Us:
Kaleidoscope Child Care Center has been a trusted cornerstone of the Bridgeville, PA community, providing high-quality early childhood education in a colorful, caring environment. Families choose us for our dedicated staff, enriching programs, and the genuine love we pour into every child's day. Our team members thrive here because we believe in supporting one another, celebrating growth, and making every day a little more magical for the children we serve.
Salary : $18 - $19