Lead Preschool Teacher (GSRP)

Summary

As the Lead GSRP Teacher, you will be instrumental in fostering a nurturing and educational environment for young children. Reporting to the Program Director, your role involves managing classroom dynamics, developing curriculum, and implementing effective teaching strategies. You will utilize your core skills in early childhood education and communication to engage with students and families. Additionally, your premium skills in special education and behavior management will enhance learning outcomes. Join us in shaping the future of our students through innovative teaching and dedicated support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.
• Proven experience in classroom management and teaching.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of curriculum development and early intervention strategies.
• Experience working with diverse student populations, including those with special needs.
• Familiarity with behavior management techniques and childhood development principles.
• Ability to create engaging lesson plans and assessments.

Responsibilities

• Implement all policies and procedures in the GSRP Parent Handbook.
• Follow policies in Center Employment Policies Handbook.
• Implement the HighScope Education Approach for preschool children, a research-based curriculum.
• Follow the daily schedule as outlined in the curriculum and GSRP guidelines.
• Conduct screening and ongoing assessment of children and provide age-appropriate instructional support.
• Meet with Early Childhood Specialist as needed to ensure quality programming and maintain a high-level CLASS rating.
• Attend staff meetings, workshops, and other scheduled program activities as requested.
• Consider the associate teacher an essential member of the teaching team.
• Collaborate with the associate teacher in planning, team meetings, troubleshooting, and decision-making.
• Empower the associate teacher to monitor behavior and support the educational process in the classroom.
• Participate in home visits with associate teacher to partner with parents to meet the educational needs of their children.
• Organize and maintain records for grant and licensing purposes.
• Create and update anecdotal records and portfolios for each child.
• Intentionally plan all daily activities (small group, large group, outside and meal times).
• Use child assessment data to provide essential experiences for children’s development.
• Complete required progress reports and other paperwork.
• Schedule parent/family activities.
• Develop newsletters and informational materials for families.
• Able to work flexible hours as needed for family involvement activities, including home visits, recruitment events, open house.
• Assess child’s daily health and report to parent and to center director any suspected communicable disease.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Pay: $24.00 - $27.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person