What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pre-Kindergarten Lead Teacher position at Compass Academy?
Job Description
Job Description
Summary
Compass Academy seeks a loving, reliable Pre-K lead teacher in our Early Childhood Program. Teachers will assist in providing quality and comprehensive early child development skills, preparing kids for Kg while maintaining a healthy, clean environment. This is a full-time position with prior experience.
Duties
- Leading and directing instructions to a group of children.
- Supervise playground activities, breakfast, lunch, snack breaks, bathroom breaks, and rest time.
- Help children with cognitive skill development activities.
- Plan age-appropriate lesson plans and prepare educational materials. This may include but is not limited to finger-plays, songs, bulletin boards, flannel boards, etc.
- Be actively involved with the children in the room. This includes, but is not limited to reading stories, playing games, singing, cuddling, role-playing, etc.
- Clean after breakfast, lunch, snack, bathroom breaks, and classroom activities. This may include, but is not limited to, washing the dishes and / or toys, and cleaning the kitchen.
- Help maintain the school's building and grounds.
- Assist in the preparation and serving of meals and snacks.
- Relay communication between the parents, other members of staff and director.
Requirements
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must have background check from BFTS
Participates in an orientation program
Child Development Associates credential (CDA) is preferred, or a High School Diploma / GED and enrolled in a program leading to a Child Development Associates credential to be completed within one year, or be enrolled in a program leading to an Associate's Degree or Baccalaureate Degree in Early Childhood Education. Should have experience with infants and pre-schoolers.
Benefits
