Pre-K Lead Teacher

Great Hearts Academies; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Hearts Academies invites applications for a Lead Teacher at Young Hearts Preschool in Scottsdale. The role involves guiding early education for assigned students, delivering engaging lessons, supervising classroom activities, and maintaining open communication with families.

You will collaborate with the School Director, follow QA standards, and work toward NAEYC accreditation. Proficiency with The Creative Curriculum and Gold Strategies helps assess progress and plan instruction.

Qualifications

• CDA or higher degree preferred.
• 1–2 years of experience in a licensed preschool program.
• Strong communication and leadership for parent/teacher conferences.

Responsibilities

• Follow quality assurance measures to maintain program excellence.
• Work toward and maintain NAEYC accreditation.
• Maintain regular communications with School Director, Assistant Director, and parents.
• Escalate incident reports to the School Director.
• Attend monthly meetings and lead in creating a safe classroom environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Data analysis

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Microsoft Office

Education

CDA, associate's degree or higher preferred

Tools

The Creative Curriculum

Gold Strategies

Excel

Word

Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

Position Title: Lead Teacher Young Hearts PreschoolDepartment: Young Hearts PreschoolsLocation: Great Hearts Cicero (7205 N Pima Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85258)Reports To: School Director of Young Hearts PreschoolCompensation Amount: $17-18 / hourPosition Summary: The Lead Teacher at Young Hearts Preschool will report to the School Director. The Lead Teacher will be responsible for all students assigned to them in the areas of education, supervision, assessment, and parent communication.Duties and Responsibilities:Follow quality assurance measures to maintain excellence of program offerings, operations, and state licensure.Work to achieve and maintain NAEYC accreditation.Maintain regular communications with School Director, Assistant Director, and parents of enrolled students.Escalate incident reports to the School Director.Partner to maintain a safe environment.Adhere to Great Hearts/Young Hearts policies, procedures, and business initiatives.Attend monthly meetings.Utilize The Creative Curriculum and Gold Strategies to execute lessons and assessments.Hold parent teacher conferences twice a yearCultivate and maintain relationships with students, parents, and academy administration.Additional duties and projects assigned.Required/Preferred Education: CDA, associate's degree or higher preferredRequired/Preferred Experience: 1-2 years' experience working in a licensed preschool program.Required/Preferred Skills:Exemplifies the heart of service to others.Outstanding written and verbal communication skillsModels mission and vision of Great Hearts and Young Hearts.Illustrates sound business judgement and strategic thinking including but not limited to data analysis.Provides leadership in formulating and managing major projects or initiatives.Self-starter with the ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment.Excellent interpersonal communication skills and the ability to build positive and strong relationships with all stakeholders.Achievement-oriented, willingness to work hard and take satisfaction from being productive.Strong analytical thinking and creative problem-solving skills; ability to troubleshoot with little direction.Strong Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) skills.Physical Functions: Requires but is not limited to standing, sitting, repetitious hand and body movements, bending, squatting, and reaching. May be required to move or position equipment up to 40 pounds approximately.Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance in accordance with state requirements.Travel required: May need to travel locally for training and professional development opportunities.This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. It does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.Great Hearts Academies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.