Position Summary
The Lead Pre-K Teacher will be responsible for planning and implementing a high-quality preschool program focused on kindergarten readiness. The ideal candidate will have experience teaching Pre-K students, implementing lesson plans, assessing student progress, and creating a positive classroom environment that supports academic, social, emotional, and physical development.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Prepare children for a successful transition to kindergarten.
- Implement and follow curriculum and lesson plans aligned with Georgia Early Learning Standards.
- Create engaging, age-appropriate learning activities that promote literacy, math, science, and social-emotional development.
- Conduct ongoing assessments and monitor student progress toward kindergarten readiness goals.
- Maintain a safe, organized, and stimulating classroom environment.
- Manage classroom behavior using positive guidance techniques.
- Communicate regularly with parents regarding student progress and classroom activities.
- Maintain accurate attendance, assessment, and classroom records.
- Collaborate with administrators and fellow teachers to support program goals.
- Participate in required training, staff meetings, and professional development opportunities.
- Ensure compliance with all state licensing regulations and center policies.
Qualifications:
Required:
- Child Development Associate (CDA), Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Early Childhood Education, or Bachelor's Degree (BA/BS) in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
- Minimum of 2 years of preschool or Pre-K teaching experience.
- Demonstrated experience with kindergarten readiness instruction.
- Strong understanding of child development and early learning standards.
- Excellent classroom management and communication skills.
- Ability to pass all required background checks and state clearances.
Preferred:
- Georgia Pre-K experience.
- CPR and First Aid Certification.
- Experience with assessment tools and student progress monitoring.
Skills:
- Classroom leadership.
- Lesson planning and implementation.
- Early literacy and math instruction.
- Child assessment and documentation.
- Parent communication.
- Team collaboration.
- Time management and organization.
Benefits:
- Competitive pay.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Supportive work environment.
- Paid holidays (if eligible).
- Paid time off (if eligible).