SPED Early Childhood Classroom Leader (25-26 School Year)

Job Description

Job Description

Summary

The SPED Early Childhood Classroom Leader (ages 3-6) is responsible for developing a cohesive teaching team, coordinating the curriculum, and managing the day-to-day operational activities of the classroom. Special Education Early Childhood Classroom Leaders must understand children’s cognitive, social, emotional and physical development in order to ensure a safe and stimulating classroom environment where children are actively engaged and encouraged to succeed. The Early Childhood Classroom Leader must be skilled in communicating with both children and adults in order to meet the needs of the children, effectively guide school age assistants, and resolve parental concerns.

This position reports to the Director

Duties

• Coordinate and implement educational early childhood program by developing classroom activities based on developmentally appropriate practices.
• Plan individual and group age-appropriate activities to actively engage children and encourage social, physical, cognitive and emotional growth.
• Assist and facilitate the successful completion assignments during 1 : 1 instructional time.
• Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions, daily reports, and parent-teacher conferences.
• Ensure a healthy classroom environment – including maintaining appropriate hygiene and cleanliness standards and safety and security of children.
• Lead by example; encourage the school age team success through modeling and coaching.
• Supervise assistants, interns, and classroom volunteers to ensure they are following planned activities, hygiene and safety standards.
• Ensure all program policies and state regulations are met.
• Maintain accurate records, forms and files.
• Maintain both personal and staff professional development plans to ensure continuous quality improvement.

Requirements

Educational Requirements

Physical Requirements

Benefits

About Us

Next Generation Preparatory School is a dynamic private elementary school in Cordova, TN, serving children ages 7 to 12, along with a homeschool group for students ages 7 to 15. We are dedicated to fostering a passion for discovery, innovation, and cross-cultural communication through a rigorous STEM-focused (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) curriculum.

Our expert educators utilize an Activity-Project-Problem (APB) approach , guiding students through hands-on STEM projects that spark creativity, strengthen critical thinking, and nurture socioemotional growth. With small-group learning and an evidence-based, holistic teaching philosophy, we equip students with the skills and confidence needed to thrive in the 21st-century workforce.

At Next Gen Prep, we go beyond traditional learning—preparing the next generation of innovators, problem-solvers, and global citizens. NextGen Prep is looking for motivated and skilled educators, assistants, and clinicians to join our team!