Lead Pre-K Teacher

Great Hearts Young Hearts - Roosevelt; Buckeye (AZ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Hearts Academies seeks a Lead Teacher for Young Hearts Preschool in Buckeye, AZ. The role oversees education, supervision, assessment, and parent communication for assigned students, reporting to the School Director.

Responsibilities include maintaining licensing standards, pursuing NAEYC accreditation, and collaborating with the team to deliver engaging lessons using The Creative Curriculum and Gold Strategies. Strong communication with families is essential.

Qualifications

• Education credentials preferred (CDA or higher).
• Experience with licensed preschool programs 1–2 years.
• Must meet state licensing requirements and obtain clearances.

Responsibilities

• Follow QA measures to maintain program excellence and licensure.
• Work toward NAEYC accreditation and maintain communications with families.
• Escalate incidents to the School Director and ensure safety.
• Collaborate to maintain a safe learning environment and build relationships.
• Attend monthly meetings and participate in parent conferences twice yearly.
• Utilize Creative Curriculum and Gold Strategies for lessons and assessments.
• Lead teacher duties in planning, implementing childcare activities, and supervising staff.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Time management

Education

CDA or higher preferred

Associate degree or higher

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Word

Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

PositionThe Lead Teacher at Young Hearts Preschool will report to the School Director. The Lead Teacher will be responsible for all students assigned to them in the areas of education, supervision, assessment, and parent communication.Duties & ResponsibilitiesFollow quality assurance measures to maintain excellence of program offerings, operations, and state licensure.Work to achieve and maintain NAEYC accreditation.Maintain regular communications with School Director, Assistant Director, and parents of enrolled students.Escalate incident reports to the School Director.Partner to maintain a safe environment.Adhere to Great Hearts/Young Hearts policies, procedures, and business initiatives.Attend monthly meetings.Utilize The Creative Curriculum and Gold Strategies to execute lessons and assessments.Hold parent teacher conferences twice a yearCultivate and maintain relationships with students, parents, and academy administration.Additional duties and projects assigned.Qualifications, Competencies & StrengthsEducation: CDA, associate’s degree or higher preferredExperience: 1-2 years’ experience working in a licensed preschool program.Additional RequirementsMust be 18 years of ageMust possess or obtain a valid Arizona Department of Public Safety IVP Fingerprint Clearance CardMust have a negative TB testMust meet the qualifications of a Lead Teacher in accordance with the Arizona Department of Health Services, Bureau of Child Care Licensing Per licensing: “Teacher” means a staff member responsible for developing, planning, and conducting childcare activities and supervises children and Teacher Assistants.Will be required to obtain CPR/First Aid certification upon hire.Physical functions: Requires but is not limited to standing, sitting, repetitious hand and body movements, bending, squatting, and reaching. May be required to move or position equipment up to 40 pounds approximately.Travel required: May need to travel locally to the Lead Office or other Great Hearts locations in ArizonaThis description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions, it does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.Special SkillsExemplifies the heart of service to others.Outstanding written and verbal communication skillsModels mission and vision of Great Hearts and Young Hearts.Illustrates sound business judgement and strategic thinking including but not limited to data analysis.Provides leadership in formulating and managing major projects or initiatives.Self-starter with the ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment.Excellent interpersonal communication skills and the ability to build positive and strong relationships with all stakeholders.Achievement-oriented, willingness to work hard and take satisfaction from being productive.Strong analytical thinking and creative problem-solving skills; ability to troubleshoot with little direction.Strong Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) skills.Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance in accordance with state requirements.Travel required: May need to travel locally for training and professional development opportunities.This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. It does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.Great Hearts Academies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.