About us
Waypoint Early Learning Center is a small business in Littleton, CO 80127. We are inclusive, creative and collaborative.
Our work environment includes:
- Company perks
- Safe work environment
- Casual work attire
- On-the-job training
- Growth opportunities
- Relaxed atmosphere
- Food provided
Position Summary:
The Lead Preschool Teacher is responsible for providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for young children, promoting their social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development. This role involves planning and implementing a curriculum that aligns with early childhood education standards and fosters a love of learning. The Lead Preschool Teacher also serves as a role model and mentor to other staff, ensuring a collaborative, inclusive, and positive classroom culture.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Curriculum Planning and Implementation:
- Develop and implement age-appropriate lesson plans that support developmental milestones and prepare children for kindergarten.
- Use creative teaching techniques to make learning fun, engaging, and effective.
- Adapt lessons to accommodate individual learning needs and styles.
2. Classroom Management:
- Maintain a safe, organized, and inclusive classroom environment.
- Establish clear routines, rules, and behavior management strategies to encourage positive behavior.
- Observe, assess, and document each child’s progress and areas for development.
3. Parent Communication:
- Foster open, positive communication with parents, providing regular updates on their child’s progress, milestones, and any concerns.
- Conduct parent-teacher conferences and respond promptly to parent inquiries.
- Share resources and strategies for supporting learning at home.
4. Team Leadership and Collaboration:
- Mentor and guide assistant teachers or support staff in the classroom.
- Lead by example in maintaining professionalism, patience, and enthusiasm.
- Collaborate with colleagues to plan school events, activities, and professional development opportunities.
5. Compliance and Safety:
- Ensure compliance with all state licensing requirements and school policies.
- Conduct regular safety checks of the classroom and playground areas.
- Stay up-to-date on best practices in early childhood education and participate in required training sessions.
Qualifications:
- Early Childhood Lead Qualification
- Experience as a preschool teacher, with leadership or mentoring experience preferred.
- Knowledge of child development principles and early learning standards.
- Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Patience, creativity, and a passion for working with young children.
Working Conditions:
- Physical ability to lift, carry, and actively engage with young children.
- Ability to work both indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions.
- Occasional evening Staff Meetings
We invite you to checkout our website at www.waypointelc.com to learn more about our center and determine if it’s a good fit. We look forward to hearing from you!
More pictures at www.facebook.com/waypointelc
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
