Lead Preschool Teacher

Discovery Point; Flowery Branch (GA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Vision insurance

Job summary

A leading childcare provider in Flowery Branch, Georgia is seeking a Lead Preschool Teacher to plan lessons and instruct children according to an approved curriculum. The role involves creating a safe and engaging learning environment while ensuring compliance with state regulations. Ideal candidates will have 2 years of teaching experience, a passion for early childhood education, and strong communication skills. Benefits include 401(k) matching, health insurance, and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Must meet state licensing requirements for education and experience.
• Knowledge of Early childhood education curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Plans and instructs children in approved curriculum activities.
• Maintains a safe and healthy learning environment.
• Prepares lesson plans and instructs children in age appropriate activities.
• Ensures cleanliness and readiness of classroom for tours.
• Treats children with dignity and respect.
• Supervises children per state regulations.
• Reports suspected abuse or neglect as mandated.

Skills

Integrity

Knowledge of child care regulations

Customer service

Problem-solving

Strong communication skills

Time management

Flexible scheduling

Basic computer skills

Ability to balance priorities

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

• A rewarding job, making an impact in the lives of children
• Curriculum and lesson plans for each classroom are provided
• Develop the skills you need to advance your career
• Weekday hours keep your weekends free!
• Build strong relationships with coworkers and your community

Job Summary

The Lead Preschool Teacher plans lessons and instructs children in activities according to an approved curriculum designed to promote social, emotional, physical, and intellectual growth. Establishes and maintains a safe and healthy learning environment.

Lead Preschool Teacher

Essential Functions Include:

• Prepares lesson plans and instructs children in age appropriate activities according to a curriculum that is consistent with the philosophy and goals of the Center and Company.
• Sets up and maintains the classroom to ensure a safe, fun and age appropriate learning environment.
• Ensures classroom is clean and ready for tours at all times. Makes the classroom available for tours for prospective families.
• Treats the children with dignity and respect, displaying friendly, enthusiastic and caring behavior, while guiding them in a positive manner and teaching them to respect themselves and others.
• Recognizes and considers the background, special talents and interests, style and pace of learning of each child and provides developmentally appropriate activities.
• Supervises the children as required by the Center and state regulations.
• Reports suspected abuse or neglect as mandated by state regulations.
• Commitment to complete annual state licensing training requirements
• Performs other duties as requested by the Director and/or Owner.

Skills & Abilities

• Demonstrates integrity, honesty, and professionalism
• Knowledge and understanding of all current applicable child care regulations
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to problem solve, manage conflict
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Excellent time management skills
• Ability to work flexible schedule consistent with hours of operation, and ability to adapt hours to the needs of the business
• Proficient in basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office
• Ability to balance multiple priorities.

Qualifications

• Must meet state licensing requirements for education and experience.
• Knowledge of Early childhood education curriculum

Education required

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Must meet minimum State requirements

Experience required

• 2 years teaching experience