Lead Preschool Teacher

Our Lady of Grace Daycare; West Babylon (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Our Lady of Grace Daycare in West Babylon, New York is looking for a dedicated lead teacher for 4/5 year olds. In this role, you will be responsible for planning activities that support the children's emotional, social, physical, and cognitive development. You will also prepare lesson plans and assess children's progress.

The ideal candidate will have an associate's degree in Early Childhood or a related field and at least 2 years of experience working with children. You will ensure a safe and healthy environment while maintaining communication with parents and adhering to licensing regulations.

Qualifications

• 2 years’ experience relating to caring for children.

Responsibilities

• Plan long and short-range activities in accordance with curriculum objectives.
• Meet the emotional, social, physical, and cognitive needs of each child.
• Encourage assistants to contribute to curriculum planning.
• Prepare monthly lesson plans and submit for director’s approval.
• Complete bi-annual assessment of children’s development.
• Report progress of children to parents.
• Maintain daily communication with parents.
• Maintain confidentiality and report any suspect child abuse.
• Arrange a classroom environment in accordance with program goals.

Education

Associate’s degree in Early Childhood, Child Development or related field

CDA credential (or 9 credits in a related field)

Job description

Our Lady of Grace Day Care was developed with the idea of providing a faith based, quality program that offers a holistic approach to care giving in which the body, mind and spirit are nurtured.

Job Description

4/5 year old lead teacher

Hours: 6:45AM-12:15PM

Plan both long and short range activities in accordance with curriculum objectives, developmentally appropriate practice and program philosophy.

Meet the emotional, social, physical, and cognitive needs of each child.

Encourage assistants to contribute to curriculum planning

Work with staff to help coordinate special events

Prepare monthly lesson plans and submit for director’s approval

Complete bi-annual assessment of children’s development

Report progress of children to parents in bi-annual reports and parent-teacher conferences

Maintain daily open communication with parents

Maintain confidentiality

Report any suspect child abuse to proper authorities

Arrange a classroom environment in accordance to program goals and philosophy

Maintain a safe and healthy environment

Inspect and replace damaged or lost materials

Attend in-service training and staff meetings

Supervise assistants and volunteers in the classroom

Keep all appropriate records

Meet all applicable licensing regulations

Maintain current CPR and First Aid certifications

Other duties as assigned by the director

Qualifications

Associate’s degree in Early Childhood, Child Development or related field; or CDA credential (or 9 credits in a related field) with a plan leading to a CDA and 2 years’ experience relating to caring for children.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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