What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pre-Kindergarten Lead Teacher position at The Garden Community School?
Job Overview
We are looking to hire another Pre-Kindergarten Lead Teacher to inspire and nurture PreK children at our small Christian school. As a teacher at The Garden, you will create a warm, engaging classroom environment that promotes curiosity, social-emotional development, and foundational skills. Your passion for early childhood education will help shape the minds and hearts of our preschoolers, fostering a love for learning that lasts a lifetime.
Responsibilities
- Implement our developmentally appropriate curriculum that aligns with early childhood education standards, including literacy, math, physical education, and social skills.
- Foster a positive classroom atmosphere through effective classroom management and behavior management strategies that promote respect, independence, and cooperation.
- Use child development instruction techniques to support children’s cognitive, emotional, and social growth while accommodating individual needs such as special education or early intervention services.
- Maintain accurate documentation of child progress through assessments and anecdotal records to inform instruction and communicate with parents.
- Communicate regularly with parents or guardians about their child's development, milestones, behavior, and classroom activities to build strong home-school partnerships.
- Ensure compliance with mandated reporting laws related to child welfare and safety procedures such as first aid and CPR certifications.
Qualifications
- Proven experience working with children in early childhood settings such as daycare centers or preschools or public school.
- Strong knowledge of childhood development principles, curriculum development, and preschool teaching strategies.
- Demonstrated classroom management skills with the ability to foster a nurturing environment conducive to learning.
- Excellent communication skills for effective parent communication and team collaboration.
- Willingness to complete a background check, online training hours, and first aid/CPR course.
Join us in shaping the future by providing a joyful, supportive space where young children can thrive!
Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20.0 – 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $20