Lead Teacher

Amazing Explorers Academy; Johns (WV); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazing Explorers Academy in Johns, West Virginia, seeks a Lead Teacher to implement the AEA curriculum and foster developmentally appropriate activities in a nurturing classroom environment. Inspire young minds and cultivate a love for learning while collaborating with a supportive team.

The Lead Teacher will conduct assessments, meet with parents, and ensure adherence to academy policies and expectations, while planning lessons and maintaining a safe, organized classroom.

Qualifications

• CDA or higher in Early childhood education/45 hours training.
• Classroom teaching experience in an accredited early childhood facility.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Pleasant/friendly demeanor and an outgoing personality.
• Highly professional and dependable.

Responsibilities

• Maintain classroom appearance, cleanliness, and safety.
• Complete necessary paperwork: daily notes, accident reports, attendance.
• Attend staff meetings, academy events, and parent meetings.
• Supervise and assist children during activities.
• Provide counseling for social, academic, or adjustment issues.
• Plan and implement lesson plans, programs, and schedules.
• Prepare instructional aids/materials.
• Assist with meal times and cleanup.
• Ensure equipment is in good condition and used properly.
• Arrange the classroom for well-defined interest areas.
• Direct other staff in maintaining orderCommunicate with parents and maintain developmental profiles.
• Schedule and conduct parent/teacher conferences.
• Manage classroom bulletin boards and family information board.
• Follow the medication schedule.
• Perform assigned duties.

Skills

Age 21+

CDA+ in ECE

Classroom teaching experience

Outgoing personality

Professional and dependable

Education

CDA or higher in Early childhood education/45 hours training

Job description

The Lead Teacher is responsible for implementing the AEA curriculum and engaging

in developmentally appropriate activities in a nurturing classroom environment. The teacher will

inspire young minds, fostering a love for learning. Collaborate with a supportive team to create a

positive and enriching educational experience. Conduct Assessments of children to indicate

growth and areas of improvement and formal meetings with parents. Teachers must understand Amazing Explorers Academy policies, procedures, and expectations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain classroom appearance, cleanliness, and safety
• Complete necessary paperwork: daily notes, accident reports, attendance
• Attend staff meetings, academy events, and parent meetings
• Supervise and assist children during activities
• Provide counseling for social, academic, or adjustment issues
• Plan and implement lesson plans, programs, and schedules
• Prepare instructional aids/materials
• Assist with meal times and cleanup
• Ensure equipment is in good condition and used properly
• Arrange the classroom for well-defined interest areas
• Direct other staff in maintaining orderCommunicate with parents and maintain developmental profiles
• Schedule and conduct parent/teacher conferences
• Manage classroom bulletin boards and family information board
• Follow the medication schedule
• Perform assigned duties

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old
• CDA or higher in Early childhood education/45 hours training
• Classroom teaching experience in an accredited early childhood facility
• Pleasant/friendly demeanor and an outgoing personality
• Highly professional and dependable