Preschool Lead Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

Kidstretch, a state-licensed preschool operated by Homestretch, seeks a full-time Lead Preschool Teacher to co-teach children ages 2 1⁄2 –5 in a play-based Virginia Preschool Initiative (VPI) classroom. The ideal candidate is passionate about early childhood education, builds strong relationships with children and families, and thrives in a collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

· Co-teach in a low teacher-to-student ratio classroom

· Develop and lead engaging lesson plans using Creative Curriculum

· Document observations using Teaching Strategies GOLD

· Support children's intellectual, social, emotional, and physical development

· Ensure children's safety and supervise daily routines

· Maintain a clean, organized classroom

· Communicate regularly with families

· Participate in professional development and ensure classroom compliance with licensing, VPI, and CACFP requirements

Qualifications

· Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education preferred; at least a preschool Child Development Associate (CDA) required

· At least 2 years of preschool teaching experience

· Strong communication and technology skills

· CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)