Lead NM PreK Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

NM Pre-K Lead Teacher

The NM Pre-K Lead Teacher provides a stimulating, safe and developmentally appropriate educational environment where children can develop cognitive, social, emotional, and physical skills. Responsible for the daily planning, management and supervision of the classroom and children. Generally, may lead and functionally supervise an Educational Assistant. Responsible for ensuring that all parents, children, and classroom staff concerns are appropriately addressed. Responsible for facilitating a program in full compliance with all NM Pre-K standards and guidelines.

This is a year-round, full-time, benefits eligible position

• $50,000 Annual Salary
• Dental, Vision, Life and Health Insurance
• Holiday and Sick Pay
• Retirement savings

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS FOR NM PRE-K LEAD TEACHER

• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a lead preschool teacher.
• Must have bachelor’s degree in early childhood education.
• Must meet all state licensing requirements for position.
• NM Pre-K Lead Teacher candidate must be able to obtain a clear background check to qualify for employment.
• Must have or obtain the training each year required by state licensing requirements.

Essential Functions FOR NM PRE-K LEAD TEACHER

• Ensures all curriculum, assessment and documentation for a NM Pre-K classroom are met by deadline.
• Ensures that the physical, social, and emotional needs of the children are met daily.
• Ensures all policies and procedures to keep the children healthy and safe are implemented.
• Ensures that appearance, cleanliness, and safe environment of classroom are appropriately maintained.
• Ensures compliance with licensing, NAEYC and NM State Pre-K.
• Completes all Academy, licensing, NAEYC and classroom paperwork.
• Constantly engages with children on the playground as an extension of the classroom.
• Interacts with parents and maintains open communication to encourage family engagement.
• Must be able to lift no less than 40 pounds to at least waist high on a consistent basis throughout the workday.
• Accepts temporary work assignments in the event regularly scheduled personnel is not available.

This job description highlights the general essential functions, responsibilities and qualifications that are required of the employee. Other related duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned and/ or changed at any time with or without notice.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)