What are the responsibilities and job description for the Preschool Head Teacher position at Little Sunshine's Playhouse & Preschool?
NOW HIRING FOR OUR NEW LOCATION ! Projected to open in September/October 2023
We are seeking a Head Teacher to join our team at Little Sunshine’s Playhouse and Preschool of Omaha, Nebraska!
We are looking for a leader who is interested in…
- Joining a company that provides an encouraging environment for our educators, thus the very best educational experience to young learners.
- Growing their career within the industry
All applicants must:
- Be able to work full-time and be flexible with scheduling – NO NIGHTS, NO WEEKENDS!
- Meets and exceeds all state Child Care Licensing requirements.
- Has previous experience in childcare, teaching, or other related fields, preferred.
- Possess a teamwork mindset, strong communication skills, organization skills, and problem-solving ability.
- Has the ability to build rapport with children, families, and peers
Are you a leader who loves making a difference? You will fit right in! As a leadership team member at Little Sunshine’s Playhouse, you will provide a positive and encouraging environment for the educators at your location. You provide support as they work to successfully implement our Reggio Emilia-inspired curriculum, Creatively Shine.
Requirements:- Manage all responsibilities outlined for Lead Teacher. In some schools, head teachers are also lead teachers (assigned to a classroom).
- Manage ratios
- Assist and mentor all LSP teachers in regard to curriculum, lesson planning, LuvNotes, and classroom-related questions as needed.
- Review Developmental Checklists/Portfolios
- Complete objective classroom observations
- Develop relationships with families for better customer service;
- Assist with enforcing sick child policy;
- Participate in parent/teacher conferences;
- Model and support teachers with positive classroom/behavior management;
- Assist in enforcing Staff Handbook policies (e.g., dress code, cell phone use, communication with children, family-style meals);
- Physical requirements: Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs. approximately 100 times per day/shift.
- Standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching reaching, pulling, pushing, grasping, hearing, talking, and repetitive motion are physical requirements of the position.
- Understand the role of and fill in for assistant director responsibilities as needed.
This position description is not intended to be and should no be construed as an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with this position. #INDElkhornNorth
