Job Opportunity: Pre-K Counts Lead Teacher
Are you passionate about early childhood education? Do you believe in the power of nurturing young minds and shaping their futures? Join our team at Little People as a Pre-K Counts Lead teacher and make a lasting impact on the lives of our future leaders!
Position: Pre-K Counts Classroom Lead Teacher
Location: Little People Daycare, Scranton
Type: Full-Time
About Us:At Little People, we are dedicated to providing high-quality education that sets the foundation for a lifelong love of learning. Our Pre-K Counts program focuses on fostering creativity, critical thinking, and social skills in young learners. We are committed to creating a safe and nurturing environment where children thrive and develop the skills they need for success in school and beyond.
Role and Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute engaging lesson plans that align with the Pre-K curriculum objectives.
- Foster a positive and inclusive classroom atmosphere that encourages active participation and social development.
- Provide individualized attention to students, addressing their unique learning needs and interests.
- Create a safe and supportive learning environment where children can thrive emotionally, socially, and cognitively.
- Collaborate with assistant teachers and support staff to ensure a well-rounded educational experience.
- Regularly communicate with parents and caregivers about student progress and classroom activities.
- Utilize a variety of teaching methods, materials, and resources to cater to different learning styles.
Child-Centered Activities: Observe each child and provide activities to address their emotional, social, physical, and cognitive needs.
Social Competencies: Assist in setting goals to enhance children's social competencies and self-esteem.
Classroom Planning: Contribute to classroom planning and organization, aligning with program goals and philosophy.
Parent Communication: Maintain daily open communication, both verbal and written, with parents.
Record Keeping: Write accident, injury, and behavior reports as necessary.
Mandated Reporting: Report any suspected abuse to Childline and supervisor in adherence to mandated reporting guidelines.
Licensing Compliance: Ensure compliance with all applicable licensing regulations.
Classroom Environment: Help create a classroom environment that reflects program goals and philosophy.
Confidentiality: Maintain confidentiality regarding student and family information.
Supervision: Maintain appropriate child-staff ratios and supervise children at all times.
Teamwork and Respect: Foster a respectful work environment, collaborating effectively as a team.
Professional Development: Attend trainings and staff meetings as required.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education.
- State teaching certification Level 1 for pre-K-4 cert
- Previous experience in a lead teaching role within a pre-K or early childhood education setting.
- Strong understanding of child development principles and best practices in early education.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Patience, creativity, and a genuine passion for working with young children.
Benefits:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
- Paid days off
- Collaborative and supportive work environment.
- Ongoing professional development and training.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $52,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
