Preschool​/Schoolage Lead Teacher; Northwest of Columbus, OH

Job Description

We are seeking a Preschool and school-age Lead Teacher to join our organization! This individual will plan and present age-appropriate activities for children.

• Instruct Preschool and School-age children in activities designed to promote intellectual and creative growth
• Create a fun and safe learning environment
• Develop schedules and routines to ensure adequate physical activity, rest, and playtime
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with students and parents
• Communicate with parents on students' growth and progress
• Maintain the health and safety of all students
• Documentation of Children must be put into Teaching Strategies
• Maintain accurate, complete, and timely client and agency records;
  Complete daily meal and attendance records.
• Develops, weekly plans, and implements age-appropriate curriculum (lesson plan) to
  nurture and stimulate all domains of children’s development in their care.
• Completes daily health checks regarding hygiene, safety, and overall well-being of the children.
• Assures a healthy, safe, clean, and developmentally appropriate environment for children.
• Ensures that the Associate Teacher and Assistant Teachers are kept updated in all matters concerning the classroom and program, i.e. Lead Teacher Meetings, lesson plans, policies procedures, and training received.
• Participate in ongoing in-service and educational development opportunities provided by the Action for Children Agency.
• The Lead Teacher is also responsible for assuring compliance with the codes of all State and local governing contracting agencies; and works collegially with other staff members
• Completes yearly child performance evaluations.
• By our “team” philosophy, the person filling this position may occasionally be required to carry out or assist with other tasks in addition to the duties listed in this job description

• Previous experience in childcare, teaching, or other related fields
• Passionate about working with children
• Ability to build rapport with children
• Positive and patient demeanor
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

A Lead Teacher must possess an Associate, Baccalaureate, or Advanced Degree in Early Childhood

Education:

or Associate, Baccalaureate, or Advanced Degree with equivalent coursework (18 Early Childhood Education credit hours).

Must be able to work Monday through Friday. Candidates with a Bachelor's Degree and some experience is preferred.