Preschool Head Teacher

VIP Daycare Center LLC; Toms River (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

VIP Childhood Development Center is seeking a Head Teacher for our Preschool Classroom to nurture and guide 25 children. The role emphasizes safety, curriculum delivery, parent communication, and team collaboration with fellow educators.

The position requires leadership, a CDA or Bachelor's in ECE, and experience with Creative Curriculum and Grow NJ Kids standards. CPR/First Aid may be preferred and ongoing professional growth is encouraged.

Qualifications

• Requires CDA or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education.
• Experience working with preschool-aged children.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Knowledge of Creative Curriculum.
• Knowledge of Grow NJ Kids.

Responsibilities

• Observe/assess children to ensure a safe learning environment.
• Implement school policies and procedures consistently.
• Communicate with Parents about child’s progress and issues.
• Conduct verbal and written performance evaluations of students.
• Develop and ensure Creative Curriculum lesson plans are implemented with Gold observations.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized learning environment.
• Meet developmental needs of children per Grow NJ KIDS standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Education

CDA

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

Tools

Creative Curriculum

Grow NJ Kids

Job description

About the Role:

VIP Childhood Development Center is looking for a Head Teacher for our Preschool Classroom. This class has 25 wonderful children looking for a committed teacher to love and nurture them. We are dedicated to fostering creativity and learning in our students while providing a supportive atmosphere for our educators.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct/Observe children to ensure a safe learning environment.
• Implementing school policies and procedures and enforcing them consistently.
• Communicating with Parents about their child’s progress, behavior issues, illnesses, or other relevant topics
• Conducting verbal and written performance evaluations assessing strengths and developmental opportunities of students
• Developing, documenting and ensuring Creative Curriculum lesson plans are being implemented. Observation and evaluating lesson plans through Gold.
• Creating a safe environment for children to learn and play by ensuring that the facility is clean and organized.
• Conducting programs that meet the developmental needs of children in their care with parents by Grow NJ KIDS standards.
• Maintaining accurate records of attendance, behaviors, and other pertinent information about children in the program.

Requirements:

• CDA or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field required.
• Experience working with preschool-aged children required
• Strong leadership skills
• Experience in childcare
• Knowledge of Creative Curriculum
• Knowledge of Grow NJ Kids
• Organizational Skills
• Maintaining of Records
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Passion for teaching and nurturing young learners.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team.
• CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire).
• Positive attitude and commitment to child development.