Lead Preschool Teacher & Curriculum Mentor

PRODIGY ELC AT WINTHROP LLC; Riverview (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

PRODIGY ELC AT WINTHROP LLC in Riverview, Florida, is seeking a Lead Preschool Teacher to foster a nurturing, developmentally appropriate classroom that supports children’s curiosity and learning. You will plan activities, support social, emotional, and cognitive growth, and ensure safety and accreditation compliance.

The role emphasizes collaboration with a co-teacher, training new staff, parent communication, and upholding the company vision.

Qualifications

• Develop and implement lesson plan activities
• Develop and implement STEM and literacy activities and concepts
• Assess and observe children on a daily basis
• Adjust learning goals for each child as needed
• Maintain a healthy and safe environment
• Collaborate with co-teacher and other staff members
• Communicate with teachers, staff and parents in a professional manner
• Classroom newsletters
• Classroom documentation
• Create and maintain classroom and children's portfolios
• Familiar with Early Childhood theorists and philosophies (Piaget, Vygotsky, Reggio Amelia, Montessori)
• Participate in at least 25 hours of professional development per year

Responsibilities

• Communicate with co-teacher and other staff members on a daily basis
• Mentor and train new staff as needed
• Collaborate with other staff members to plan activities
• Lead by example in the classroom and school
• Ensure children's safety and well-being at all times
• Be a team player and an active, engaged member of the teaching staff
• Communicate with parents daily regarding the child's progress and development
• Maintain accreditation and state childcare standards
• Uphold company vision and mission at all times

Skills

Lesson planning

STEM activities

Literacy activities

Observation & assessment

Safety & compliance

Communication with staff/parents

Portfolio creation

Professional development

Education

High school diploma/GED

CDA

Associate's or Bachelor's degree - preferred

Job description

PRODIGY ELC AT WINTHROP LLC in Riverview, Florida, is seeking a Lead Preschool Teacher to foster a nurturing, developmentally appropriate classroom that supports children’s curiosity and learning. You will plan activities, support social, emotional, and cognitive growth, and ensure safety and accreditation compliance.

The role emphasizes collaboration with a co-teacher, training new staff, parent communication, and upholding the company vision.