PreK Counts Lead Teacher 2025-26

Elevated Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Pittsburgh seeks a dedicated Pre-K Lead Teacher to foster early childhood development for children aged 3-5. The role involves creating a nurturing learning environment, assessing children's progress, and collaborating with parents to support each child's educational journey. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education and a valid Pennsylvania Teaching Certificate. Join us in shaping the future of young learners in a supportive and dynamic setting.

Qualifications

• Responsible for developing early childhood education programs.
• Assess children's development and plan curriculum.
• Lead classroom team and maintain communication with parents.

Responsibilities

• Create an engaging learning environment for children aged 3-5.
• Establish daily routines and support children's social development.
• Conduct parent conferences to discuss learning goals.

Skills

Teamwork

Judgment

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education

Pennsylvania Teaching Certificate in Early Childhood Education

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POSITION SUMMARY:The Hillel Academy Pre-K Lead Teacher is responsible for providing an early childhood education program for a group of 3‐5 year old children that meet the Pennsylvania early learning standards. The Lead Teacher addresses all areas of development and meets the individual needs of each child. In partnership with parents, the lead teacher observes and assesses children’s development, plans children’s curriculum based on child development knowledge, designs the learning environment, and implements and supervises developmentally appropriate learning activities.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop an indoor and outdoor learning environment that provides a variety of age appropriate experiences to foster child exploration and discovery
• Use a curriculum framework and curriculum tools that provide opportunities for each child to meet learning expectations that prepare children for success in school
• Establish a daily routine that includes time for small group and large group activities, encourages creative expression, and incorporates health and nutrition development as part of daily activities
• Model appropriate and respectful behavior to the children and fellow staff
• Support children’s social and emotional development through positive child guidance approaches and the development of positive relationships in the classroom
• Assess each child’s learning needs through screening, observation, ongoing assessment and the development of individual learning plans
• Lead the classroom team that can include an Assistant Teacher, Classroom Aide and Family Support or Early Intervention Specialists in collaboratively working with children and families. Provide direction to staff as needed
• Have parent conferences with each child’s parent(s) to partner in learning goals, develop coordinated learning support strategies and involve the parent(s) in the child’s preschool experience
• Establish and maintain confidential, accurate and timely information on each child’s development and program participation. Maintain confidentiality
  
  

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs other functions as necessary or as assigned
  
  

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

Preferred Qualifications and Skills:

• A Bachelor’s Degree or higher degree in early childhood education
• A valid Pennsylvania Teaching Certificate in Early Childhood Education (Pre‐K‐4)
• Demonstrated ability to build positive relationships with children
• Demonstrated ability to work efficiently within a team
• Demonstrated computer skills, organizational skills and commitment to follow through on tasks with a minimum of supervision
• Demonstrated ability to use sound judgment in critical and adverse situations
• Demonstrated ability to work with people, including parents, social service providers and school district personnel
  
  

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:

• Work in a preschool classroom setting arranging furniture and classroom learning areas
• Have the ability to lift fifty pounds
• Be able to perform stationary routine and repetitive functions for extended periods
  
  

Employment Requirements:

• Successful completion of a criminal records, child abuse check, FBI fingerprint background check, and NSOR clearance
• Successful completion of Pediatric First Aid and CPR
  
  

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Training

• Industries

  Internet Publishing

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