Georgia Pre-K Lead Teacher

Description

We are seeking GA Pre-K Lead Teachers to support our GA Pre-K program. This state-funded program supports preschool age children.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education (ECE) OR
  • Bachelor’s degree in unrelated field plus a CDA OR Montessori Teaching credential

Required Shift

Monday - Friday 7am - 3pm

Employment Type

Full-time, 180 days per year

Compensation

$42,000 - $50,000 per year, based on education and experience

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Paid Trainings, including Enhanced Career and Professional Development
• Generous Benefits Package, including Dental, Medical, and Vision Insurance
• 401k with Match
• Discounts for Childcare
• Fun and Positive Place to Work
• Open Door Policy
• Shirts and Swag - we love to show appreciation for our teachers!

Hiring Process

• Resume screen
• Phone screen with recruiter (30 minutes)
• On-site interview with Center Director (30-60 minutes)
• Q&A
• Classroom observation
• Offer

Main Job Responsibilities

• Maintain a developmentally appropriate classroom environment and provide appropriate supervision of children.
• Plan, supervise, and implement the program for the class in accordance with the policies and philosophy of the Provider.
• Plan and implement weekly lesson plans based on the Georgia Early Learning and Development Standards (GELDS), Work Sampling Online System (WSO) assessment data and Georgia Pre-K approved Curriculum.
• Communicate clearly and appropriately with children, parents, staff, and others.
• Build partnerships with parents of children by treating them with respect, welcoming them into the classroom, daily communication, parent-teacher conferences, and providing frequent and varied parent involvement opportunities.
• Maintain child portfolio and participate in ongoing observation-based assessments to assess the developmental levels of the children.
• Using BFTS Work sampling online – assessment for the children.
• Participate in staff meetings, recommend training programs, classes, and other aspects of professional growth, and complete the training hours as required by Provider and by the state, including after hour sessions.
• Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds and be able to see, hear and respond to children’s needs including reaching high, stooping to the child’s level, sitting on the floor and getting up being able to reach a child 20-30 feet away within 15 seconds without danger to staff person’s health.
• Must be able to stand on your feet for long periods of time at least 90% of the day.

Company Information

• Family-oriented, close-knit organization
• Fun and Positive Place to Work
• Open Door Policy
• Shirts and Swag - we love to show appreciation for our teachers!

About the Company

• Equal Opportunity Employer
• Embrace and celebrate diversity and inclusivity
• No discrimination in hiring processes against any groups protected by federal, state, or local law

Additional Information

• #PECEPSTATE