Lead Teacher

Responsibilities Instruct preschool-aged children in activities designed to promote intellectual and creative growth Implement curriculum in a way that is consistent with the unique needs of each child 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 Maintain a fun and interactive classroom that is clean and organized Must be able to lift a minimum of 40 pounds, and work indoors or outdoors Must be able to assume postures in low levels to allow physical and visual contact with children, see and hear well enough to keep children safe, and engage in physical activity with children Must be able to potty train children Qualifications Must possess minimum DCF 40hrs or active Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential or meet credentialed staff requirements CPR and First Aid required 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 Must be able to use a computer with basic proficiency Ability to speak, read, and write English Must be at least 21 years of age Job Type: Full-time Paid time off Schedule 8 hour shift Monday to Friday Overtime Education High school or equivalent (Required) Experience Early Childhood Education: 3 year (Preferred) Childcare: 3 year (Preferred) License/Certification CPR Certification (Preferred) Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred) First Aid Certification (Preferred) DCF 45 hrs (Required) #J-18808-Ljbffr Homepreschl