LEAD EDUCATOR

Job Description

Job Description

Reggio’s Treehouse is an authentic Reggio Emilia inspired preschool that educates and enriches the minds and lives of our young learners. We embrace the Reggio Emilia philosophy that teaches children to become self-directed learners and whose guiding principles encourage self-expression and critical thinking.

Are you an experienced, life-long learner that has a passion for working with and inspiring young children? Do you think outside of the box? Do you want your ideas to be heard and implemented? If so, then we invite you to come explore what's happening at Reggio's Treehouse.

We are hiring for multiple schools in DC.

As a Lead Educator you will be working closely with the Director (D) and Assistant Director (AD) ensuring that the standards set by Reggio’s Treehouse and DC are met in an organized and timely manner. A lead educator must actively research and implement effective provocations and document the findings. Since the curriculum is emergent, the educators must ensure all documentation is submitted to the AD in a timely manner.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Planning, preparing and delivering lessons in line with the Reggio philosophy that cater to individual needs of the students
• Monitoring, recording and assessing student progress and development
• Provide immediate and appropriate responses based on student need
• Learn the technology required to document the experiences of children as well as support the documentation of student/classroom experiences
• Collaborate with other teachers to share new ideas, approaches and professional knowledge
• Liaise with the Director to ensure effective delivery of the curriculum to specified classes, including selecting resources and managing them efficiently in the classroom
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of children (PSHE integration)
• Have a sharp and progressive vision of interdisciplinary learning and of teaching
• Act professionally at all times, setting a good example to children
• Use all learning resources effectively and create new ones
• Communicating with parents and make sure they aware the development of their children
• Organize and participate in parent meetings
• Organize and participate in school meetings, events and trips

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related fields is preferred
• Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field is required
• At least 2 years work experience in a licensed child care facility, kindergarten or early childhood program
• Experience in a Reggio Emilia inspired school is highly desirable
• Knowledge of Project Based Learning a plus
• Strong organization skills and be able to multitask,
• Highly professional and dependable
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Google Suite
• Teacher certification or teacher license from any agency is a plus
• International experience is a plus

We invite you to submit your resume and learn about Reggio's Treehouse, where education meets play.

Reggio’s Treehouse is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against an employee or applicant based on race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.