Lead 2's Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : 38,000 / yr

Position Overview :

Morgan's Early Care Connection is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Lead Preschool Teacher to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree and a deep passion for early childhood education, especially with 2-year-olds.

This role involves creating a nurturing and stimulating environment, developing engaging and age-appropriate lessons, and supporting the developmental milestones of our young learners.

Key Responsibilities :

Curriculum Development : Design and implement engaging and developmentally appropriate lesson plans for 2-year-olds that support early literacy, language development, and foundational math skills.

Adapt curriculum to meet the diverse needs of the children in the classroom.

• Classroom Management : Lead a classroom of 2-year-olds, maintaining a positive, safe, and structured environment. Ensure that daily routines are followed and that children are supervised at all times.
• Outdoor Play : Facilitate 2 hours of outdoor play daily, encouraging physical activity, social interaction, and exploration in a safe and engaging manner.
• Professional Development : Participate in ongoing professional development focusing on early childhood education best practices, the science of early literacy and math, and compliance with Bright From the Start regulations.
• Compliance and Documentation : Adhere to Bright From the Start regulations and maintain necessary documentation for compliance.

Stay informed about best practices and regulatory changes relevant to early childhood education.

Parent Communication : Communicate regularly with parents and guardians about their child’s progress, classroom updates, and any concerns.

Build strong relationships with families to support each child’s development and well-being.

Collaboration : Work closely with other teachers and staff to ensure a cohesive educational experience. Attend faculty meetings and contribute to a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications :

• 10+ Years experience working with children
• Proven experience in early childhood education, particularly with 2-year-olds.
• Knowledge of early childhood development principles and best practices.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to create and implement engaging lesson plans.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and compliance with Bright From the Start regulations.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with both children and adults.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and adapt to the needs of the classroom.

Where We Work : Morgan's Early Care Connection is located in a bungalow in Kirkwood, across from Pullman Pratt yard, and walking distance from Marta on Dekalb Avenue.

Diversity and Inclusion Commitment :

We are committed to seeking and supporting historically marginalized groups to build a community that prioritizes the needs of the most vulnerable.

Our workplace reflects the diverse communities we serve, and we proudly support LGBTQIA+ individuals, Black women, and people with disabilities.

We honor every person’s unique identity and do not discriminate based on sex, gender, or any other isms.

Work Culture :

As a startup school, we value creativity and flexible thinking. We seek individuals who are excited about innovative approaches and are dedicated to hard work.

Our work environment is close-knit and supportive, and we strive to enhance job satisfaction and work-life balance as we grow.

About The Morgan Oliver School :

• We are committed to socioeconomic diversity.
• We focus on community collaboration and removing barriers to quality education.
• We are developing and sharing an Anti-Racist Curriculum.
• As a lab school, we offer pioneering teachers the freedom to think outside the box and create rich learning experiences for children.

If this job description excites you and you meet most of the qualifications, please send your resume, cover letter, and three references to [email protected].