NC Pre-K Lead Teacher

POSITION SUMMARY
The NC PreK Lead Teacher is responsible for carrying out all duties in accordance with NC Division of Child Development and Early Education Child Care Licensing Standards as well as NC Pre-K Program Requirements by providing a quality environment in which each child's growth and development is assured. In addition, every position in the YMCA of Greensboro is responsible for upholding the Judeo-Christian principles that are central to our mission by modeling behaviors that exemplify the four pillars of character – caring, honestly, respect, and responsibility.  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
1.    To develop and execute an on-going program of activities that contribute to the care, growth and development of children.
2.    To supervise and evaluate co-teachers and volunteers.
3.    To maintain a physical environment which conforms to defined program standards.
4.    Organize classroom space into functional areas that are recognizable by children and adults.
5.    To observe physical conditions of children and make referrals of suspected child abuse to Site Coordinator and report incident appropriately.
6.    Work jointly with the NC Pre-K Teacher Assistant to develop and deliver daily lesson plans that align with curriculum goals and address the individual needs of children. Utilize a variety of instructional formats, including individual, small-group, and large-group activities, while ensuring all documentation and reports are accurate and submitted on time.
7.    To provide constant supervision of all enrolled children and maintain appropriate classroom management techniques.
8.    To ensure that needed supplies and equipment are available, and that all resources (including volunteers, community resources, and field trips) are used appropriately for classroom enrichment.
9.    To attend all required meetings and training events in order to strengthen skills and upgrade professional growth 
10.    To maintain a professional relationship with guardians/parents and staff while maintaining confidentiality of information related to parents and children.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
No direct supervision of staff, however, provides performance feedback to the direct supervisor of assistant teacher as needed.

PRIMARY LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:  
•    Values- Demonstrates in word and action the Y’s core values of caring, honestly, respect, and responsibility and a commitment to the Y’s mission in all matters at all times. 
•    Functional Expertise – Executes superior technical skills for the role.
•    Critical Thinking and Decision Making – Makes informed decisions based on logic, data and sound judgment.
•    Inclusion – Values all people for their unique talents and takes an active role in promoting practices that support diversity, inclusion and global work as well as cultural competence.
•    Communication & Influence – Listens and expresses self effectively and in a way that engages, inspires and builds commitment to the Y’s cause.
•    Developing Self & Others – Develops self and supports others (e.g., staff, volunteers, members, program participants), both formally and informally, to achieve their highest potential.