Are you passionate about shaping young minds and fostering a love for learning in a nurturing, Christian environment? Heritage Early Learning Center in St. Clairsville, OH, is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic PreK Lead Teacher to join our team. Located at 52329 National Rd. E., we are an early childhood facility serving children from 6 weeks to 12 years old. If you’re self-driven, ambitious, and reliable, we’d love to hear from you!
As our PreK Lead Teacher, you’ll play a vital role in creating a positive and enriching environment for our young learners. Your responsibilities will include:
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Researching, planning, and implementing a successful Christian educational program with age-appropriate lesson plans and activities.
- Maintaining SUTQ standards and guiding Teacher Assistants to uphold these standards.
- Leading prayer time and fostering the spiritual, emotional, intellectual, and social development of children.
- Planning and implementing engaging activities such as math, literacy, songs, games, and storytelling.
- Ensuring the classroom and facility are clean, safe, and well-maintained.
- Conducting age-appropriate evaluations, reports, and classroom observations.
- Communicating effectively with parents through daily reports and discussions about their child’s development.
- Maintaining necessary records such as attendance, incident reports, and medication forms.
- Participating in in-service trainings (First Aid, CPR, Child Abuse Recognition, etc.) and emergency drills.
- Assisting with center activities, including parent tours, open houses, and community outreach events.
- Upholding confidentiality and fostering positive relationships with parents, staff, and administrators.
To thrive in this role, you’ll need: - A minimum of 1 year of experience working with preschoolers in a daycare or similar setting. - A Child Development Associate (CDA) certification or equivalent. - A solid understanding of preschool development, health, and safety best practices. - The ability to create a nurturing, inclusive, and stimulating environment for young children. - Excellent communication skills for interacting with children, parents, and colleagues. - Patience, empathy, and a true passion for early childhood education. - First Aid and CPR certification (or willingness to obtain). - Physical ability to actively engage with young children throughout the day.
At Heritage Early Learning Center, we believe in providing a warm, faith-based environment where children can thrive. Our team is committed to fostering a supportive and collaborative workplace where everyone works together to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and their families. We value dedication, teamwork, and a shared passion for early childhood education.
If you’re ready to make a difference and help children grow academically, socially, and spiritually, we encourage you to apply today! Join the dedicated team at Heritage Early Learning Center and become a part of our mission to nurture and inspire young learners. We look forward to receiving your application!
