JOB DESCRIPTION Position:
Lead Teacher Qualifications:
♦ Must meet basic requirements of local child care regulatory agency.
♦ Ability to relate positively with young children.
♦ Previous teaching or assistant teaching position with a public or private school system, a quality preschool, child care center or church nursery is preferred.
♦ Certification or degree related to early childhood or preschool or elementary education is desirable, but not mandatory.
♦ Knowledge as a parent or in previous work experience of the social, emotional and creative needs of young children.
♦ Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs. in connection with the handling of children for the facilitation of programs, child safety, and potential emergency situations.
Responsibilities:
♦ Is responsible for the overall supervision and daily class functions of a class of children.
♦ Assesses each child's developmental needs on an ongoing basis.
♦ Plans with the Director and implements the approved lesson plans and daily classroom schedule using the Primrose School curriculum outlines and materials.
♦ Plans with the Director all required parent-teacher conferences and student evaluations.
♦ Provides an attractive, well-kept classroom that encourages creativity, exploration and decision-making by the children.
♦ Ensures that all class bulletin boards are current and provides the parents with an overview of the material taught in class.
♦ Provides the children with verbal praises and acceptance while providing clear and consistent expectations for the children's behavior.
♦ Accepts responsibility for maintenance and necessary housekeeping duties of the classroom, common use areas and playgrounds.
♦ Assists and coordinates snacks, meals, nap time and bathroom activities.
♦ Maintains the Primrose Schools professional attitude and work behavior.
♦ Assists in other capacities as determined by the Director.
♦ Attends all required staff meetings, workshops and/or school functions as determined by the Director.
♦ Observes all rules and regulations of Primrose Schools and the local, state or national regulatory agencies pertaining to the health, safety and care of children.
♦ Maintains overall professional personal appearance adhering to the guidelines offered in the training manual. Primrose Schools The Leader in Educational Child Care
Upon Employment:
♦ Must meet all Primrose Schools and local, state or national basic health requirements as well as other requirements.
♦ First Aid training, as required.
♦ Must complete all necessary company employment and payroll forms.
♦ In states where required, personnel will have a fingerprinting and/or criminal investigation report completed.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $13.75 - $15.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Ability to Commute:
- Highland Village, TX 75077 (Required)
Work Location: In person
