Preschool Lead Teacher

St. Anthony Preschool is currently looking for a Lead Teacher. Ideal candidates will contribute to a highly motivated, collaborative students. Full-time/12-month LEAD TEACHER QUALIFICATIONS Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or Bachelor’s Degree in a related (preferred) or unrelated field Possess strong oral and written communication skills Works independently with little direct supervision, works as part of a team, accepts responsibility and is self-motivated, demonstrates strong work ethic, and displays effective multitasking and time management skills.

LEAD TEACHER JOB DESCRIPTION Plan both long- and short-range activities in accordance with curriculum objectives, developmentally appropriate practice and program philosophy, and weekly themes

• Meet the emotional, social, physical, and cognitive needs of each child
• Maintain a daily routine
• Tend to basic needs of children including, but not limited to, diapering and toileting
• Encourage assistants to contribute to curriculum planning and preparation
• Help with coordination of field trips
• Prepare lesson plans and implement developmentally appropriate activities
• Complete assessment of children's development
• Report progress and concerns of children to parents
• Maintain daily open communication with parents
• Keep accident reports
• Maintain anecdotal records
• Maintain confidentiality
• Report any suspected abuse to supervisor
• Arrange a classroom environment in accordance to program goals and philosophy
• Maintain a safe, clean, and healthy environment
• Inspect, clean, and replace damaged or lost materials
• Attend in-service and monthly staff meetings
• Supervise assistants, aides, and volunteers in the classroom
• Keep all appropriate records up to date, such as attendance, meal counts, and time sheets.
• Meet all applicable licensing and Young. Star regulations
• Assist preschool director in planning and distribution of newsletters and parent communication
• Plan monthly goals for each child
• Meet all guidelines detailed in evaluation specifically planning and preparation, classroom environment, instruction, and professional responsibilities