Lead Preschool Teacher (3Y) — Nurture Growth & Playful Learning

CAP Tulsa; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

CAP Tulsa is seeking a Lead Teacher for the 3Y Preschool in Skelly, Tulsa, OK to oversee total classroom operations and supervise the classroom in partnership with the Teaching Assistant to plan and execute daily activities in line with Head Start standards.

The role emphasizes planning, documentation, family engagement, and collaboration with staff and community partners, with responsibilities spanning assessments, scheduling, and developmental support in a DHS-licensed program.

Qualifications

• Oklahoma Teaching Certificate in Early Childhood is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field required.

Responsibilities

• Implements agency curriculum and Head Start standards.
• Administers Ages and Stages Questionnaires for developmental screening.
• Uses curriculum software to track developmental progress.
• Supports classroom management with CAP model.
• Collaborates with staff, families, volunteers and partners.
• Conducts home visits and parent conferences.
• Participates in Family Child Reviews and multidisciplinary teams.
• Develops daily schedules and weekly lesson plans.
• Sets goals using individualized plans to meet developmental needs.
• Completes monthly reports, attendance, meal counts and other documentation.
• Meets Head Start, NAEYC, and DHS licensing standards.
• Implements intervention tools for challenging behaviors.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Follow instructions

Auditing records

Initiative & multi-tasking

Confidentiality

Organizational skills

Education

Oklahoma Teaching Certificate in Early Childhood

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field

Job description

CAP Tulsa is seeking a Lead Teacher for the 3Y Preschool in Skelly, Tulsa, OK to oversee total classroom operations and supervise the classroom in partnership with the Teaching Assistant to plan and execute daily activities in line with Head Start standards.

The role emphasizes planning, documentation, family engagement, and collaboration with staff and community partners, with responsibilities spanning assessments, scheduling, and developmental support in a DHS-licensed program.