Pre-Kindergarten Lead Teacher

Acquire4Hire; Smyrna (GA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Acquire4Hire is seeking a passionate Pre-Kindergarten Lead Teacher for its Early Childhood Program to foster child development. This full-time role requires supervising children, creating engaging lesson plans, and maintaining a clean environment. Candidates should possess relevant experience and educational credentials.

Benefits

401(k)

401(k) matching

Flexible schedule

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

20% Employee discount for tuition based on availability and qualification

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Minimum of two years of experience as a lead Pre-K teacher.
• Background check from BFTS required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct instruction to a group of children.
• Plan age-appropriate lesson plans and prepare educational materials.
• Supervise various daily activities including meals and play.

Skills

Supervision

Cognitive Skill Development

Communication

Education

Child Development Associates credential (CDA) preferred

High School Diploma/GED

Enrollment in a program leading to CDA

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Base pay range

$16.00/hr - $18.00/hr

Summary

Compass Academy seeks a loving, reliable Pre-K lead teacher in our Early Childhood Program. Teachers will assist in providing quality and comprehensive early child development skills, preparing kids for Kg while maintaining a healthy, clean environment. This is a full-time position with prior experience.

Duties

• Leading and directing instructions to a group of children.
• Supervise playground activities, breakfast, lunch, snack breaks, bathroom breaks, and rest time.
• Help children with cognitive skill development activities.
• Plan age-appropriate lesson plans and prepare educational materials. This may include but is not limited to finger-plays, songs, bulletin boards, flannel boards, etc.
• Be actively involved with the children in the room. This includes, but is not limited to reading stories, playing games, singing, cuddling, role-playing, etc.
• Clean after breakfast, lunch, snack, bathroom breaks, and classroom activities. This may include, but is not limited to, washing the dishes and/or toys, and cleaning the kitchen.
• Help maintain the school's building and grounds.
• Assist in the preparation and serving of meals and snacks.
• Relay communication between the parents, other members of staff and director.
  
  

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.

• Must have at least two years of experience as lead pre-k
  
  

Must have background check from BFTS

Participates in an orientation program

• Completes the appropriate number of in-service hours each year.
• Attends staff meetings, training sessions, or other events, such as Family Night and the Christmas Program, as required.
• Maintains a neat and clean physical appearance.
• Is able to move quickly enough to supervise children safely.
• Is able to lift and carry children (maximum of 40 pounds).
• Is able to provide an appropriate speech model while interacting with both children and parents.
• Must adhere to the center's Behavior Guidance policies at all times.
  
  

Child Development Associates credential (CDA) is preferred, or a High School Diploma/GED and enrolled in a program leading to a Child Development Associates credential to be completed within one year, or be enrolled in a program leading to an Associate's Degree or Baccalaureate Degree in Early Childhood Education. Should have experience with infants and pre-schoolers.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• 20% Employee discount for tuition based on availability and qualification
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Training

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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