We are looking for creative and energetic person who loves working with children to join our team at Peachtree Road Lutheran School. We are hiring for a Full Time Lead Teacher who can work Monday - Friday 7:30am-4:30pm.
Under the supervision of the Director, the Lead Teacher will plan and implement a developmentally appropriate and stimulating program for children (depending on classroom assignment) 8 weeks - 5 years. The Lead Teacher will provide an opportunity for students to fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, spiritual, and psychological growth. All duties and job functions are performed following the philosophy and standards of Peachtree Road Lutheran Preschool in conjunction with the state guidelines for Early Childhood Programs.
Qualifications
· At least a Bachelor's degree in ECE or related field OR a Childhood Development Associate certification.
· Current certification in infant/child CPR and first aid or completion of certification of both within 90 days after the first day of employment.
· Ability to maintain visual supervision of the group of children at all times in the classroom, outside, or in other settings.
· Knowledge in child development and early education theories and practices.
· Ability to lift, carry and hold children up to 35 pounds.
· Possesses strong oral and written communication skills.
· Accepts responsibility and is self-motivated.
· Demonstrates teaching skill and effective time management.
· Must be a team player.
· Shows compassion, understanding, and a genuine love for children.
· Must pass a background check as required by BFTS.
Job Responsibilities
a. Planning lessons and activities to meet the physical, emotional, intellectual, and social needs of the children in the program.
b. Make sure children are supervised at all times.
c. Help develop culturally appropriate programs and activities.
d. Make sure that classroom rules are followed.
e. Work to maintain a clean, orderly classroom.
f. Provide a clean, safe environment for the children while the program is in session.
g. Follow the school's provided class schedule.
h. Utilize naptime to help children rest if necessary and/or to accomplish work within the classroom if children are resting comfortably.
i. Establishing routines and provide POSITIVE guidance.
j. Comfort children and build their self-esteem.
k. Communicate in a manner that the children understand.
l. Observe children and make a note of progress.
m. Perform duties related to Peachtree Road Lutheran Preschool as deemed necessary by the Director.
With Parents and Other Members of the School
a. Communicate effectively and appropriately with the Parents and other people involved in the preschool setting, if asked by the Lead Teacher, regarding program expectations, activities and child's progress.
b. Communicate all relevant and appropriate information regarding general issues or concerns with the Director before going to the Parents or the Board.
For Professional Growth
a. Continue professional development through in-service training and/or continued education - minimum 10 hours per year as required by BFTS.
Time Requirements
This position will require 40 working hours per week plus training days, occasional family nights, fundraising activities and staff events or meetings.
Benefits
- Free Breakfast and Lunch Prepared by Professional Chef
- Free Gym Membership to LA Fitness after 90 days of hire
- Discounted health benefits through Aflac such as: Vision, Dental, Short Term Disability, Life Insurance
- Free Telehealth
- Friendly and Collaborative Work Environment
- Opportunity for Paid Professional Development and Growth within the Field of Education
