Preschool Lead Teacher

EXCITING OPPORTUNITY! Are you ready to make a difference in the lives of children ages 2.9-5 years old and join a team of caring, supportive and hardworking teachers? Being a Preschool Teacher, is a rewarding position that, sets children up for future success as we prepare them for Kindergarten. We are looking to add a Lead Certified Preschool Teacher to our team, if you are a teacher looking for an opportunity to be creative, work hands-on with preschoolers and embrace your inner Ms. Frizzle, than you may be just who we are looking for.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The Preschool Lead Teacher is responsible for providing a safe, healthy and educational learning environment for all children and families served in accordance with state regulations and EEC. The Preschool Teacher will oversee the operations of the classroom with a focus on creating an environment that encourages children to develop a love of learning, become self-confident, self-motivated and independent explorers of the world.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Education / Experience: Must be at least 21 years of age and have current EEC Preschool Lead Teacher Certification. Proof of Lead Teacher Certification, or greater, is required for this position.

** A candidate currently in the process of obtaining their, LEAD TEACHER, certification is welcome to apply. Please have the actual course completion date available**

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE:

• CPR and First Aid Certification
• Knowledge of Early Childhood Development
• Minimum one-year management experience in a preschool setting or related field.
• Knowledge of modern office methods working with computers, data entry and with Microsoft Office, email, and internet
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; interpersonal skills
• Honesty, integrity and operating as a team player are critical to this organization
• Exercise good judgment and maintain confidentiality of critical and sensitive information, records, and reports.
• Understand, interpret, and apply EEC regulations standards and departmental policies and procedures.
• Ability to work well independently and in a team environment
• Ability to balance multiple assignments and adjust direction and priorities within fast paced and multi-faceted work environment
• Report to scheduled shift consistently and on time.
• Follow policies, procedures and rules of the organization.
• Maintain high program standards.
• Be a strong advocate for the Club being a positive place to be.

Hours per week: 35 Hours (6-8 hour time frame between 7:00am-5:30pm hours will be confirmed during hiring process)

Classroom Role(s): Co-Teacher

Location: Multiple (1-2) Preschool locations (West Springfield Only)

Job Type: Full Time year round Limited Benefits (35 scheduled hours)

Benefits: Limited Benefits

Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35.0 – 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Classroom management: 1 year (Preferred)
• Teaching: 1 year (Preferred)
• Preschool Classroom: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Teaching Certification (Required)
• LTP - Lead Teacher Preschool Certification (Preferred)
• EEC License (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• West Springfield, MA (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• West Springfield, MA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $22