Job Description
Job Description
Lead School Age Teacher Position Summary
Under the direction of center administration, the lead teacher develops and executes individual education plans for school-age children in Kindergarten – age 12. The lead teacher ensures that the teaching team (assistant teacher and teacher aide) provides a safe and educational learning environment that incorporates evidence curriculum and the early learning coordinator weekly reviews classroom and child data and participates in all scheduled training in support of ongoing professional development.
Major Responsibilities and Tasks
Program Core Features
- Provide safe transportation to and from the child’s assigned school during the school year and field trips during the summer
- Provide a high-quality learning environment and instructional activities
- Meet with the Early Learning Coordinator weekly to review classroom and child data
- Attend and participate in all scheduled trainings in support of ongoing professional development
- Provide an enhanced curriculum focused on social-emotional development, language and literacy, and physical development
- Self-reflects on their teaching practices and develops a continuous plan based on a self-assessment tool
Curriculum Development
Implement a program that focuses on the development of social and emotional intelligencePositively engage with children and use appropriate Conscious Discipline methods, as outlined in CWCC’s policyPerform the functions of this position with a strong understanding of developmentally appropriate practicesMeet with assistant teacher and aide to review lesson plans and assign best teaching practicesComplete and submit required forms promptly, including but not limited to lesson plans, portfolios, assessments, observations, transition plansAssessment
Provide ongoing observations and assessment of each childMaintain documentation of each child’s progress and growth with the support of the 40 Developmental Assets and the skills and structures of Conscious DisciplineReview and interpret assessment data to determine the needs of the classroomHome-School Connections
Conduct two parent-teacher conferences a year to discuss each child’s individual development and progressCommunicate regularly with parents utilizing such things as parent meetings and daily sheetsInterpret school programs for parents to strengthen the understanding of the child’s needs and the importance of an early learning environment for the continued development of the childOther Responsibilities
Attend staff and parent meetings, and school district coalition meetings as requestedIn cooperation with other staff, complete daily cleaning dutiesCarry out routine duties such as clean-up and the supervision of the children at all timesEnsure classroom materials, furniture, and supplies are properly maintainedAny other duties assigned by the center administrationBasic Qualifications
Ability to drive a small bus (no CDL required)Associate’s Degree in E.C.E. or Bachelor’s Degree in another fieldExperience teaching in an early learning environmentPreferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in E.C.E.Experience teaching in an early learning environmentKnowledge of Creative CurriculumKnowledge of State licensing requirementsPhysical Requirements
Ability to lift 25-35 lbsAbility to walk, kneel, sit, and stand for long periodBenefits :
Health insuranceDental insuranceVision insuranceEmployee discount on child’s tuition401(k) with up to 5% matchingPaid time offProfessional developmentWE PAY FOR YOUR EDUCATION!
CWCC has 2 options for you to grow your career in Early Childhood! 100% covered by us! Both options are self-paced and online!
Option 1 : CDA (Child Development Associate)
Option 2 : Associate's degree in E.C.E.
Join a team that invests in your future while making a difference in the lives of children. At CWCC, Inc. we're not just childcare programs; we're a family of educators dedicated to your professional growth.