Preschool Lead Teacher - Van Buren

Overview

Are you passionate about helping children succeed? Do you want to join a team of dedicated professionals committed to creating an environment where children thrive? At Pediatrics Plus, we work to empower children to conquer their world.

Pediatrics Plus is a specialized pediatric healthcare provider. We are committed to helping children succeed in all stages of life through evidence-based therapy and education, diagnostic services, state-of-the-art facilities, specialized equipment, family support, and community investment. Join us as a Classroom Lead Teacher
! The Classroom Lead Teacher is responsible for the classroom which includes assessing children, ensuring treatment plans are carried out, and supervising the Classroom Teaching Assistants.

• Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plan with Company Matching
• Company Discounts & Incentives
• Company-Provided Paid Training & Professional Development
• Continuing Education Opportunities
• Cutting Edge Classroom Structures & Curriculum
• State of the Art Facilities & Technology

• Manage all aspects of the classroom
• Assess each EIDT child in his/her classroom using the proper assessment tool
• Assist in the development of each child’s Individualized Treatment Plan (ITP)
• Review the ITP and make suggestions of changes to the Curriculum Coordinator
• Ensure that the ITP is implemented to maximize the treatment of the children served
• Refer children for additional clinical services as needed (i.e., nutritional, medical, therapy and behavioral issues), in collaboration with the director and any other appropriate administrative staff
• Ensure that required reports are updated, completed and turned in on time
• Ensure the completion of classroom billing via deTASO
• Maintain classroom supplies
• Ensure that visual supervision of the children is maintained at all times
• Ensure a positive emotional climate for the children by showing respect to children and adults through a willingness to help others, by maintaining harmonious interpersonal relations and through use of appropriate and approved discipline techniques
• Maintain an environment conducive to preventative discipline
• Speak in a well‑modulated, pleasant and caring voice to children, parents and staff
• Attend and actively participate in job‑related center functions
• Represent the program to parents, visitors and the public in a positive way
• Ensure that a clean, safe, healthy and sanitary learning environment is maintained and that children are kept clean, clothing is changed when necessary, and toys and other materials are disinfected each day
• During periods of physical activity, maintain active involvement with children to promote gross and fine motor development
• Immediately report any information regarding health and safety concerns to the Assistant Director or Nurse
• Complete required hours of relevant and approved in‑service trainings per fiscal year
• Be familiar with the company’s policies, procedures and guidelines, as well as those requirements set forth by regulatory agencies, including EIDT, AR Child Care Licensing, and the AR Health Department
• Display concern for the rights of children and families served by the clinic
• Report for work dressed appropriately and comply with company policies regarding dress code
• Ensure confidentiality of children and employee information. Respond to internal and external requests for information according to clinic policy
• May be asked to perform some housekeeping/janitorial functions
• May perform other related and non‑related duties, as assigned
• Complete tasks in a timely manner

• A willingness to work with developmentally at‑risk children (birth to age
  7)
• Ability to collaborate and work on a team
• Ability to engage in a manner that is fun, child‑centered, mindful, and authentic
• Patience, positivity, & resilience
• Ability to productively react to direction in real‑time
• Ability to adapt approach based on a child’s developmental needs
• Ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholder types (classroom staff, therapists, preschool administration, parents, etc.)
• Willingness to ask questions and seek guidance as needed
• Ability to move freely, quickly, and…