Georgia Pre-K Lead Teacher

Description We areseeking Description We areseeking GA Pre-KLead Teachers to supportourGA Pre-Kprogram!This state funded programsupportspreschool age children. To be QUALIFIED for this position, we require abachelor’s degree in early childhood education (ECE) OR bachelor’s degree in unrelated field plus a CDA OR Montessori Teaching credential OR associates in ECE OR ability to meet the state ECE credit hours requirement. Required Shift: Monday - Friday; 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Employment type: Full-time,180daysper year Compensation: $41,000 - $55,000 a year, basedon education and experience We are a family-oriented, close-knit organization and we have a lot to offer our next team member including: Competitive Pay Paid Trainings, including Enhanced Career and Professional Development Generous Benefits Package, including Dental, Medical, and Vision Insurance 401k with Match Discounts for Childcare Fun and Positive Place to Work Open Door Policy Shirts and Swag - we love to show appreciation for our teachers! Our Hiring Process: Resume screen Phone screen with recruiter (30 minutes) On-site interview with Center Director (30-60 minutes) Q&A Classroom observation Offer MainJob Responsibilities: Must meet the requirements of the state licensing agency and be physically and mentally fit to care for children at Provider. Ensure the safety and well-being of each child bymaintaininga developmentallyappropriate classroomenvironment and providingappropriate supervisionof children. Plan, supervise, and implement the program for the class in accordance with the policies and philosophy of the Provider. Plan and implement weekly lesson plans base on the Georgia Early Learning and Development Standards (GELDS), Work Sampling Online System (WSO) assessment data andGeorgia Pre-K approvedCurriculum. Communicate clearly and appropriately with children, parents, staff, and others. Build partnerships with parents of children by treating them with respect, welcoming them into the classroom, daily communication, parent-teacher conferences, andprovidingfrequent and varied parent involvement opportunities. Maintain child portfolio andparticipatein ongoing observation-based assessments to assess the developmental levels of the children. Using BFTS Work sampling online – assessment for the children. Participate in staff meetings, recommend training programs, classes, and other aspects of professional growth, and complete the training hours as required by Provider and by the state, including after hour sessions. Must be able tolift upto 30 pounds and be able to see, hear and respond to children’s needs including reaching high, stooping to the child’s level, sitting on thefloorand getting up being able to reach a child 20-30 feet away within 15 seconds without danger to staff person’s health. Must be able to stand on your feet forlong periodsof time at least 90% of the day. Perform other duties as assigned. If you have a positive attitude, love working with childrenand desire to work in a fun and professional environment, we encourage you to apply today! The Learning Grove Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace and celebrate diversity and inclusivity. We do not tolerate any kind of discrimination in our hiring processes against any groups protected by federal, state, or local law. #PECEPSTATE #J-18808-Ljbffr