Lead Preschool Teacher - Draper, UT

UDA Creative Arts Preschool Are you a passionate and experienced educator who loves working with young children? Ensemble Schools is seeking an Academic Preschool Lead Teacher to join the UDA Creative Arts Preschool. Our program provides a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment that supports children’s academic, social, and emotional development during their early learning years. Schedule Our Preschool runs Monday-Friday, 8:30-12:30. Teachers must teach at minimum 2-3 days per week. There is opportunity for additional hours as an office assistant. Position Highlights Supportive Work Environment Join a collaborative and welcoming team that values consistency, communication, and child-centered teaching. Benefits and Opportunities Professional development opportunities Eligibility for Ensemble Schools benefits, including a 401(k) with employer matching and health insurance options for part-time and full-time employees Responsibilities Plan and implement daily academic and enrichment activities that support early childhood development Lead classroom routines, transitions, and behavior management with confidence and consistency Foster a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate learning environment Support children’s social-emotional growth and positive behavior development Supervise and collaborate with assistant teachers to ensure a positive and productive classroom environment Prepare lesson plans, classroom materials, and maintain classroom organization and cleanliness Communicate professionally and effectively with families regarding student progress, classroom activities, and school expectations Follow all school policies, safety procedures, and licensing requirements Provide reliable transportation and pass a routine background check Preferred Qualifications Experience teaching preschool-aged children in a lead teacher role Strong classroom management and lesson planning skills Warm, patient, and enthusiastic demeanor Excellent leadership, communication, and teamwork skills Dependability, punctuality, and professionalism Early childhood education degree and relevant teaching experience preferred About UDA Creative Arts Preschool No two children are the same, and so there is no one-size-fits-all approach to education. At UDA Creative Arts Preschool in Draper, we believe in developing the whole child, and part of that is offering an individualized approach to education, carefully balancing between teacher and child-directed discovery. We believe that a quality preschool education is a crucial foundation for your child’s educational future, and we aim to provide the tools your child will need not only for kindergarten readiness, but for a lifetime love of learning. Our curriculum encompasses Utah’s Early Childhood State Standards and ensures kindergarten readiness. Learn more here : About Ensemble Schools Ensemble Schools is a collaborative network of community-driven Music & Dance schools. While each school maintains its unique identity, they share resources to ensure collective success. Who We Are We empower artists by safeguarding the businesses that love them ♡. Our values include: Stewardship: We are caretakers of our local businesses and communities, helping them thrive by making it easy for our teachers to cultivate an enriching learning experience for students. Growth: Our teachers are integral to our success, and we are committed to their professional growth. As an ever-growing partnership of music and dance schools, we seek to increase the high-quality resources provided to our schools and teachers. Stagehands: Our Shared Services team runs in the background to support our schools. By doing this, we champion our teachers and students to be the real stars of the show! How to Apply Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume through this portal to Allison Liedman. We embrace diversity within our community and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. Job Type: Part Time Pay Rate $16/hr Ensemble Performing Arts is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with applicable law. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.