Lead Preschool Teacher

CWCC Inc; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Early Childhood Education provider seeks a dedicated lead teacher to develop and implement educational plans for children aged 3-5. The ideal candidate will create a safe and nurturing environment, work collaboratively with a teaching team, and engage with parents to support child development. This role emphasizes ongoing professional growth, with benefits including health insurance and education support for career advancement.

Benefits

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Employee discount on child’s tuition

401(k) with up to 5% matching

Paid time off

Education assistance for CDA or Associate's degree

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree required; Bachelor's preferred.
• Experience in early learning environments.
• Willingness to engage in professional development.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute individual education plans for children 3-5 years old.
• Conduct parent-teacher conferences to discuss children's development.
• Maintain classroom documentation of children's progress.

Skills

Positive Engagement

Assessment Skills

Continuous Improvement

Education

Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education

Tools

Creative Curriculum

Teaching Strategies GOLD

Job description

Under the direction of center administration, the lead teacher develops and executes individual education plans for children ages 3 – 5 years old. The lead teacher ensures their teaching team (assistant teacher and teacher aide) provides a safe and educational learning environment for the children.

Major Responsibilities and Tasks

• Program Core Features

Provide high quality learning environment that incorporates evidence based curriculum and instructional activities

• Meet with Early Learning Coordinator on a weekly basis to review classroom and child data
• Attend and participate in all scheduled trainings in support of ongoing professional development
• Provide an enhanced curriculum focused on social-emotional development, early language and literacy, and physical development
• Self-reflect on own teaching practices and develop a continuous improvement plan based off of self-assessment tool

Implement Creative Curriculum for the Preschool / PreKindergarten classroom

• Positively engage with children and use appropriate Conscious Discipline methods, as outlined in CWCC’s policy
• Perform the functions of this position with a strong understanding of developmentally appropriate practices
• Meet with assistant teacher and aide to review lesson plans and individual child goals and assign best teaching practices
• Complete and submit required forms in a timely manner, including but not limited to : lesson plans, portfolios, assessments, observations, transition plans
• Assessment

Provide ongoing observations and assessment of each child

• Maintain documentation of each child’s progress and growth according to Teaching Strategies GOLD
• Review assessment results and interpret information to identify areas of need within the classroom
• Home-School Connections

Conduct two parent-teacher conferences a year to discuss each child’s individual development and progress

• Develop educational goals with parents and update as needed
• Work with the parent during transition times to develop individualized transition goals
• Communicate regularly with parents by means of parent meetings, daily sheets, etc.
• Interpret school program to parents to strengthen the understanding of the child’s needs and the importance of an early learning environment for the continued development of the child
• Other

Attend staff and parent meetings, and school district coalition meetings as requested

• In cooperation with other staff, complete daily cleaning duties
• Carry out routine duties such as toileting, hand washing, clean- up, and supervision of children at all times
• Ensure classroom materials, furniture, and supplies are properly maintained
• Any other duties assigned by center administration

Basic Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in E.C.E.
• Experience teaching in an early learning environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in E.C.E.
• Knowledge of Creative Curriculum
• Experience teaching in an early learning environment

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 25-35 lbs
• Ability to walk, kneel, sit, and stand for long periods of time

Benefits :

• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Employee discount on child’s tuition
• 401(k) with up to 5% matching
• Paid time off

WE PAY FOR YOUR EDUCATION!

CWCC has 2 options for you to grow your career in Early Childhood! 100% covered by us! Both options are self-paced and online!

Option 1 : CDA (Child Development Associate)

Option 2 : Associate's degree in E.C.E.

Join a team that invests in your future while making a difference in the lives of children. At CWCC, Inc. we're not just childcare programs; we're a family of educators dedicated to your professional growth.