Pre-K Counts Lead Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

  Position Summary

The PA Pre‐K Counts Lead Teacher at MUSA is responsible for implementing high‐quality early childhood instruction aligned with PA Early Learning Standards, PKC program requirements, DHS child care regulations, and Keystone STARS quality standards. The Lead Teacher ensures a safe, structured, and engaging learning environment that prepares children ages 3–5 for kindergarten success.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Instructional Planning — Develop and implement daily lesson plans aligned with PA Early Learning Standards and PKC curriculum expectations.
• Child Assessment — Conduct ongoing assessments using approved tools (e.g., Teaching Strategies GOLD); maintain accurate documentation.
• Classroom Environment — Create a safe, organized, and positive classroom that supports social‐emotional development and student independence.
• Family Engagement — Build strong relationships with families through communication, conferences, and collaborative support strategies.
• Compliance & Reporting — Maintain all PKC, DHS, and Keystone STARS documentation, records, and reporting requirements.
• Collaboration — Work closely with assistant teachers, support staff, and administrators to ensure program quality and consistency.
• Professional Development — Participate in required PKC training and ongoing professional learning.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education or related field.
• PA Instructional Certificate (PreK–4 or N–3).
• Ability to meet all DHS, PKC, and Keystone STARS personnel requirements.
• Experience working with preschool‐aged children.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Teaching Strategies GOLD or similar assessment systems.
• Knowledge of trauma‐informed practices
• Strong documentation, communication, and organizational skills.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on PKC funding guidelines, qualifications, certifications, and experience.
• Health, dental, and vision benefits (if applicable).
• 401K match
• Paid professional development and PKC‐required training.
• School‐year schedule with paid breaks as applicable.

Application Instructions

Interested candidates should submit the following:

• Resume
• Cover letter
• Copies of relevant certifications

Maple Unified Student Academy is a community‐rooted educational organization committed to delivering high‐quality early childhood and school‐age programming. Our Pre‐K Counts classrooms provide developmentally appropriate, standards‐aligned instruction that supports school readiness, nurtures social‐emotional growth, and strengthens long‐term academic success for children in the Steel Valley region.

Admissions, the provisions of services, and referrals of clients shall be made without regard to race, color, religious creed, disability, ancestry, national origin (including limited English proficiency), age or sex

Company Description

Maple Unified Student Academy is a community‐rooted educational organization committed to delivering high‐quality early childhood and school‐age programming. Our Pre‐K Counts classrooms provide developmentally appropriate, standards‐aligned instruction that supports school readiness, nurtures social‐emotional growth, and strengthens long‐term academic success for children in the Steel Valley region.\n\nAdmissions, the provisions of services, and referrals of clients shall be made without regard to race, color, religious creed, disability, ancestry, national origin (including limited English proficiency), age or sex