Pre-K Lead Teacher

La Petite Academy; Lithonia (GA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

La Petite Academy is seeking a Pre-K Lead Teacher in Lithonia, GA. This role involves planning and instructing preschool education, fostering children's growth, and mentoring staff in a supportive environment. Benefits include childcare discounts and flexible schedules, aimed at enhancing work-life balance.

Benefits

50% childcare discount

401(k) company match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• At least 18 years old.
• Experience leading a classroom.
• Ability to meet state education requirements.

Responsibilities

• Plan, assess and instruct 4-year-olds per program requirements.
• Develop interactive learning experiences.
• Manage classroom activities and communicate with families.

Skills

Communication

Mentoring

Classroom Management

Creative Development

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

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Join a strong community where all we do is care-for the children and families we serve every day, as well as for our dedicated team members. Our people are our best asset. We listen and we know what you're looking for:

• You want benefits. We support you with a minimum 50% childcare discount, immediate access to benefits, innovative health programs, 401(k) company match, and much more.
• You want balance. We offer flexible schedules that work for you, no nights or weekends, the ability to bring your children to work with you, and paid time off.
• You want opportunity. We invest in your future with ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, credential assistance, and our unique Master Teacher Program.
• You want recognition. We provide a positive, fun workplace where employees are appreciated.
  
  

Georgia’s Pre-K Program is a state funded educational program for all age eligible 4-year-old children in Georgia. The purpose of Georgia’s Pre-K Program is to prepare children for success in Kindergarten and later school years. The Pre-K Lead Teacher is responsible for all aspects of planning, assessing and instructing 4-year-old's, based on needs of each child, and the requirements of the program.

As a Lead Pre-K Teacher, you’ll:

• Create! Develop fun, interactive learning experiences while mentoring fellow Teachers.
• Care! Promote the social, physical, and intellectual growth of the preschool children in your class.
• Call the shots! Take the lead on classroom management and curriculum implementation, plus be an expert on all licensing guidelines, company standards and GA Pre-K program requirements.
• Communicate! Build sincere relationships with enrolled and prospective families to promote achievement for the child and to support your center’s success.
  
  

We want energetic, dependable, passionate individuals who are at least 18 and have:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education, approved related degree or higher credential
• Experience leading a classroom and creating educational lesson plans
• The ability to meet state requirements for education and our childcare center requirements.
• The ability to work indoors or outdoors and engage in physical activity with children.
  
  

Learning Care Group is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against an employee or applicant based on race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.

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  Entry level

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• Employment type

  Full-time

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• Job function

  Education and Training

• Industries

  Child Day Care Services

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