Lead Preschool Teacher (3-4) – Highscope Focus

TrulyHired; Fort Washington (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Germantown Academy Sapling Center for Early Learning in Fort Washington, PA seeks a Three-Year-Old Lead Teacher for our Sapling Preschool program (ages 3-4). This full-time, 10-month role reports to the Sapling Center Director and offers an hourly rate of $26.00 with a strong benefits package.

The Lead Teacher will implement the HighScope curriculum, provide daily care, create a nurturing classroom, and partner with an Assistant Teacher to foster children's cognitive, social, and emotional

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in early childhood education or related field preferred.
• Two years of documented experience with preschool-age children.
• Ability to work in a mission-driven, team-oriented, fast-paced environment.
• Strong cultural competency and ability to interact with diverse backgrounds.
• Excellent written and oral communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, nurturing and stimulating learning environment for up to 15 preschool children.
• Engage with children throughout the day and be fully present.
• Plan daily routines and materials; use Highscope curriculum framework.
• Provide positive guidance for healthy social and emotional development.
• Establish strong parent partnerships and communicate progress regularly.

Skills

Curriculum planning

Cultural competency

Communication skills

Child development knowledge

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in early childhood education or related field

Job description

Germantown Academy Sapling Center for Early Learning in Fort Washington, PA seeks a Three-Year-Old Lead Teacher for our Sapling Preschool program (ages 3-4). This full-time, 10-month role reports to the Sapling Center Director and offers an hourly rate of $26.00 with a strong benefits package.

The Lead Teacher will implement the HighScope curriculum, provide daily care, create a nurturing classroom, and partner with an Assistant Teacher to foster children's cognitive, social, and emotional