Lead Preschool Teacher

Lead Preschool Teacher

Make an Impact as a Lead Preschool Teacher. You will serve as a team member in an assigned Pre-K classroom. Responsible for planning and implementing programs for children ages 3-5. The Lead Teacher provides a learning environment that is safe, comfortable and healthy in order to enhance growth and development. Also responsible for implementing classroom program in compliance with CCG standards, Head Start Performance Standards, NAEYC criteria, and local and state licensing standards.

Why work for ChildCareGroup?

Founded in 1901, ChildCareGroup's (CCG) mission is to drive generational change by advancing early learning, family stability, and workforce opportunity.

ChildCareGroup offers a generous benefits package including Paid Parental Leave, (13) Company Holidays, 401(k) match, Paid Time Off, Medical, Dental, Vision and more!

You are a great fit for the role because you identify with the CCG SPIRIT, our core values:

• SERVICE – Lead with a servant's heart
• PROFESSIONALISM – Perform our best every day
• INTEGRITY – Do what is right
• RESPECT – Treat each other the way we wish to be treated
• INCLUSION – Value individual differences
• TEAMWORK – Communicate and collaborate to achieve our goals

Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions

• Manages classroom environment, and works with co-teacher in the classroom to set and meet classroom goals
• Provides an attractive physical environment with functional learning centers that are appropriate for preschool children.
• Works in partnership with co-teacher in planning, preparation, and implementation of work with children appropriate to development level based on best practices in early childhood education; includes implementing curriculum, completing child assessments, maintaining records, etc.
• Plans activities for children in classroom that support the child's individual needs as determined by information attained through the LAP-3 child assessment tool. Responsible for incorporating data from child assessment in all areas of instruction.
• Becomes familiar with routine of the classroom in which he/she may work. Submits reports, paperwork, and lesson plans in timely manner.
• Develops positive relations with children and their families. Develops positive relationships with co-teacher and fellow staff members. Treats children, parents, and staff with respect and represents CCG in a positive manner to all.
• Conducts parent meetings, home visits and parent conferences as required.
• Responsible for general safety, indoors and outdoors. Reports hazardous situations to the CCG staff member in charge. Ensures that daily sanitation standards are maintained.
• Requires the acquisition of knowledge and proficiency of the Head Start of Greater Dallas and Redelearner Database within the introductory period of employment. ChildCareGroup will train the employee to effectively access and use these systems.
• Participates in the entry process of child into care giving group
• Shares responsibility of setting up room for daily activities
• Completes special projects and performs other duties as assigned
• Assists in the inventory of and requests for equipment and supplies
• Demonstrates effective decision making
• Performs other duties as assigned

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required, PRESCHOOL Child Development Associate (CDA) or Associate's degree in child development or related field required, Bachelors degree preferred
• Experience working with young children ages 3-5 required
• Must demonstrate desire to work with young children, have general knowledge of normal growth and development
• Must demonstrate prompt and regular attendance
• Must agree with agency goals and philosophy and agree to work within their framework

Travel and Compliance

• Must have a valid Texas driver's license
• Driving record must comply with CCG's automobile insurance carrier requirements
• Must have liability insurance coverage and reliable personal transportation
• Ability to travel locally or out of town as required
• Mileage reimbursement is offered when applicable
• Must submit to and successfully pass all required CCG and Partner Program background checks throughout employment. These include FBI, Fingerprinting, Neglect and Abuse, Federal, State, Local, and Sex Offender background checks. Background check requirements may be expanded at the discretion of CCG and Partner Programs.

Physical Demands

• TB test and physical examination required every two years
• Work requires normal physical effort with minimal lifting requirements of items weighing 50 pounds or less
• Visual attention
• Manual dexterity/coordination

ChildCareGroup's Generous Health and Wellness Benefits

• Paid Parental Leave
• Short-Term, Long-Term Disability and Basic Life Insurance at no cost
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Telemedicine at no cost
• 401(k) with a company match
• Paid Time Off
• (12) Paid Company Holidays
• And more!

ChildCareGroup is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.