Georgia Prek 2027-2027 Lead Teacher
1 month ago
Dacula
Job DescriptionBenefits: • 401(k), • 401(k) matching, • Company parties, • Competitive salary, • Employee discounts, • Flexible schedule, • Free food & snacks, • Free uniforms, • Prepares lesson plans based on approved Georgia Pre-k Curriculum and instructs children in age-appropriate activities according to a curriculum that is consistent with the philosophy and goals of the Center and Company., • Responsible for a classroom of 22 children with the assistance of a Para-Pro Assistant Teacher., • Sets up and maintains the classroom to ensure a safe, fun, and age-appropriate learning environment., • Takes appropriate steps to clean and sanitize classrooms, materials, and restrooms., • Ensures the classroom is clean and ready for tours at all times. Makes the classroom available for tours for prospective families., • Treats the children with dignity and respect, displaying friendly, enthusiastic, and caring behavior, while guiding them in a positive manner and teaching them to respect themselves and others., • Recognizes and considers the background, special talents, and interests, style, and pace of learning of each child and provides developmentally appropriate activities., • Establishes and maintains a safe and healthy learning environment., • Reports any injuries or accidents to Management immediately and completes necessary forms., • Supervises the children as required by the Center and state regulations., • Participates with children in activities in the classroom and playgrounds appropriate., • Plans and conducts parent conferences; provides daily written feedback to parents as appropriate., • Partners with Center Director and/or Owner on any parent follow-up and communication., • Maintains confidentiality of all information on children and their families., • Reports suspected abuse or neglect as mandated by state regulations., • Ability to implement Work Sampling On-line in the collection of child data used to complete child check lists and narrative summaries, • Provide 6.5 hours of instructional time with a minimum of 180 days of class time and 10 days of teacher work days per contract year., • Conduct Parent-Teacher conferences twice a year (more often as needed or requested by parent) Meet all deadlines as required by Bright From the Start and Project Director., • Attend Annual Professional Development Training as Required by Management, • Attends all staff meetings, training sessions, meetings and programs as requested by the Director and/or Owner., • Commitment to complete annual state licensing training requirements, • Performs other duties as requested by the Director and/or Owner.Skills & Abilities:, • Demonstrates integrity, honesty, and professionalism, • Knowledge and understanding of all current applicable child care regulations, • Excellent customer service skills, • Ability to problem-solve, manage conflict, • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, • Excellent time management skills, • Ability to work flexible schedule consistent with hours of operation, and ability to adapt hours to the needs of the business, • Proficient in basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office, • Ability to balance multiple priorities.Qualifications:, • Must meet state licensing requirements for education and experience., • 21 years of age or older. Exception: Lead teachers who have a valid Bachelor degree or higher teaching credential do not have to meet the minimum 21 years of age requirement., • Must be able to meet all state requirements.Education required:, • Four Year Degree and T4 Certificationor, • Master's Degree and T5 CertificationExperience required:, • Teachers must have taught for at least 6 months of the school year (preferably in a Georgia Pre-k or Elementary environment)., • Experience with Creative Curriculum a plus