Future Opening: Lead Preschool Teacher

Lead Preschool Teacher; Danbury (CT); Presencial; USD 25.000 - 30.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

401(k)

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Paid time off

Descripción de la vacante

Cedar Gables Preschool & Childcare on Barnum Road in Danbury is seeking a Lead Preschool Teacher to lead a classroom with energy and care.

The ideal candidate fosters a nurturing, hands-on learning environment, collaborates with the teaching team and school leadership, and helps maintain high standards of health, safety, and professionalism throughout the day.

Formación

• 3–5 years of preschool or early childhood classroom experience.
• CDA, associate degree or bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
• Connecticut Head Teacher approval or qualifications toward approval.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification.

Responsabilidades

• Create a warm, engaging and well-organized preschool classroom.
• Actively engage with children through play, conversation, exploration and learning.
• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
• Lead classroom routines, transitions and activities.
• Guide and support your assistant teacher and help create a strong classroom team.
• Maintain an inviting classroom environment with meaningful learning materials.

Conocimientos

Classroom engagement

Communication

Team leadership

Organizational skills

Proactive problem solving

Educación

CDA/degree in Early Childhood Education

CT Head Teacher approval

First Aid/CPR certification

Preschool classroom experience

Descripción del empleo

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Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Lead Preschool Teacher

Cedar Gables Preschool & Childcare — Barnum Road, Danbury, CT

Full-Time | Monday–Friday | $18–$21/hour
Come Lead a Classroom Where You Can Make a Difference

Cedar Gables Preschool & Childcare is looking for an experienced, energetic Lead Preschool Teacher who genuinely enjoys being with children and takes pride in creating a wonderful classroom.

We are looking for more than someone who can simply manage the day. Our ideal Lead Teacher is professional, dependable and takes initiative. You notice what needs to be done and take care of it. You take ownership of your classroom, communicate well, follow through, and don’t need to wait for someone to tell you every next step.

Most importantly, you want to be with the children. Our teachers aren’t sitting on the sidelines while children play. They’re on the floor building, talking, reading, creating, exploring and learning alongside them.

If that sounds like the way you like to teach, you may be a great fit for Cedar Gables.

What You’ll Do

As a Lead Preschool Teacher, you’ll take ownership of your classroom while working collaboratively with your teaching team and school leadership.

You’ll:

• Create a warm, engaging and well-organized preschool classroom
• Actively engage with children throughout the day through play, conversation, exploration and learning
• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate learning experiences
• Lead classroom routines, transitions and activities
• Guide and support your assistant teacher and help create a strong classroom team
• Maintain an inviting classroom environment with accessible, meaningful learning materials
• Observe children’s development and complete required classroom documentation
• Communicate warmly and professionally with families
• Build positive relationships with children, families and coworkers
• Notice classroom needs and take initiative to address them
• Follow through on responsibilities without needing repeated reminders
• Maintain high standards for health, safety, supervision and professionalism
• Participate in professional development and contribute to the continued growth of our program

We’re Growing Our Quality

Cedar Gables is an established early childhood program committed to providing children with a nurturing, engaging place to love, play, learn and grow.
We are currently working toward NAEYC accreditation and are looking for a Lead Teacher who is excited to be part of a school that is continually growing and improving.

You don’t need to know everything about NAEYC when you walk through the door. What matters most is that you care about quality, are open to learning, and take pride in doing things well.

You’ll Be a Great Fit Here If…

You are the teacher who:

• Walks into your classroom and sees what needs to be done
• Gets down on the floor and genuinely enjoys interacting with children
• Brings energy, creativity and enthusiasm to the day
• Takes pride in having an organized, welcoming classroom
• Is dependable and follows through
• Communicates professionally with parents and coworkers
• Can lead an assistant teacher respectfully and confidently
• Accepts feedback and is always willing to learn
• Looks for solutions instead of waiting for someone else to solve every problem
• Wants to be part of a school where high-quality early childhood education matters

Qualifications

We’d ideally love to find someone with:

• 3–5 years of preschool or early childhood classroom experience
• CDA, associate degree or bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field
• Connecticut Head Teacher approval or qualifications toward approval
• Current First Aid and CPR certification
• Experience leading a preschool classroom and working with assistant teachers
• Strong communication and organizational skills

These credentials are preferred rather than required . If you are an experienced preschool teacher with strong leadership skills and the right approach to children, we’d still like to hear from you.

Compensation: $18.00 – $22.00 per hour

Enter the enchanting realm of early childhood education, where everyday moments become extraordinary milestones. As a teacher or assistant, you’ll be part of a dedicated team that nurtures the growth, development, and well-being of young children. From creating safe and stimulating environments to providing meaningful experiences that foster their natural curiosity, you’ll play a crucial role in helping them thrive. In this dynamic profession, you’ll witness the wonders of early learning unfold before your eyes, as children build friendships, explore their surroundings, and develop the foundational skills they’ll carry throughout their lives. It’s a career that embraces the joy of discovery, celebrates individuality, and leaves a lasting impression on both you and the children you serve.