The Early Childhood Lead Teacher

Ashley Hall; Arkansas; On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading private school seeks a committed Early Childhood Lead Teacher for a full-time role. Collaborate with an Associate Teacher to create and implement engaging programs for young learners. The position involves curriculum planning, fostering family involvement, and professional growth in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in independent schools preferred.
• Training or familiarity with Reggio Emilia Program and Responsive Classroom.
• Culturally responsive curriculum and pedagogy training.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement a dynamic daily program for children.
• Assess student learning and document progress.
• Build relationships with children and families.

Skills

Classroom Management

Curriculum Development

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education

Master's Degree in a related field

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Grades: Pre Primary, Primary, or Pre kindergarten (ages 2-6)

Reports to: Early School Division Director

Role Duration: 10 months, full time

Position Summary: Ashley Hall School seeks a committed and professional Early Childhood Lead Teacher, working in collaboration, with an Associate Teacher, to create and implement a dynamic daily program for young children based on the school's philosophy and values, using constructivist theory and inspirations from Reggio Emilia. The teacher will be responsible for planning, curriculum and instruction in literacy, mathematics, science, technology, social studies, and the arts, leading collaborations with colleagues within the Early School division and throughout the school as a whole, and preparing documentation for students and families.

Other Key Responsibilities Include

• building relationships with each child and their family
• providing a positive learning environment for children
• adapting to diverse situations
• creating opportunities for growth of the whole child
• using positive guidance techniques
• teaching problem-solving and conflict resolution
• assessing students' learning and documenting it through digital media, and portfolios.
• planning curriculum to be age, stage, and individually appropriate.
• providing differentiated learning based in a strong pedagogical approach that supports diverse learners
• designing and delivering a culturally responsive curriculum and pedagogy that engages and honors all learners and embraces diverse perspectives
  
  

The teacher will also involve parents in the classroom in meaningful ways, encourage parent involvement and/or awareness in program planning through regular open communications, monthly parent newsletters, and parent conferences. Additionally, the teacher will set appropriate goals for professional growth, stay current with developments in their professional field, attend conferences and participate in workshops, maintain membership in professional organizations, and adapt newly acquired knowledge to classroom instruction and curriculum.

Key Requirements

• Master's Degree in a related field preferred, a Bachelor's degree is required
• Experience in independent schools
• Training, experience, or familiarity teaching in a Reggio Emilia Program
• Training, experience, or familiarity in Responsive Classroom or Conscience Discipline practices
• Training and experience in culturally responsive curriculum and pedagogy to engage and honor all learners and embrace diverse perspectives and all learners
  
  

Physical Demands

• While reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role, this work involves approximately 50% standing/moving about the classroom and 50% bending and lifting. The ability to lift up to 40 pounds, stand for periods of time, sit on the floor, and be active for up to 6 hours/day is required.
  
  

FLSA Status

Academic-Contract-Exempt

Interested candidates can send their cover letter, resume and list of 3-5 references to Lynsey Barrows, Director of Human Resources, at [e-mail]

Ashley Hall is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetic information.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Training

• Industries

  Primary and Secondary Education

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