What are the responsibilities and job description for the Meck PreK Lead Teacher position at Smart Kids?
Passionate Educators who want to make a difference in children’s lives through learning.
What we offer!
- PTO based on the Meck calendar and annual leave days
- Paid holidays
- Medical benefits & 401k with 4% employer match
- Training and development
Reporting to the Center Director, the MECK Teacher will oversee the learning objectives of children and the creation and management of a variety of learning environments and activities that will provide opportunities for children to develop to their fullest potential. Smart Kids CDC teachers work as a team with fellow staff to promote the interests of the children and the school in general.
The successful candidate will be accountable for:
- Encourage a positive learning environment for all children within the Center.
- Document and share with parents the important milestones in a child’s day.
- Implement an engaging and developmentally appropriate curriculum.
- Respect and observe children's interests. Intervene when needed to maintain safety. Enhance children's play with language, toys, and activities.
- Encourage and model social behavior and expectations which are developmentally appropriate.
- Share ideas in planning a daily schedule which provides a balance of activities: quiet/active, indoor/outdoor, fine/gross motor, etc.
- Attending staff meetings, conferences, and workshops.
- Holding regular parent-teacher meetings to address any issues, concerns, or parent complaints.
- Daily cleaning and maintenance of the classrooms and common areas - trash removal and disposal from the classrooms.
- Maintaining state regulations for licensing and sanitation.
The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications and education requirements:
- Previous experience as a Preschool Lead Teacher.
- Must meet all state Preschool Lead Teacher requirements.
- Child Development Associate (CDA) or college degree in Early Childhood, Child Development, or related field.
- Must pass state of NC requirements: fingerprint and criminal background check, TB test, annual physical examination.
- Pediatric First Aid and CPR Training and ITS/SIDS Training or willing to obtain within 6 weeks of hire.
The ideal candidate will possess the following skills:
- Strong organizational skills and high motivation.
- Demonstrated classroom management skills.
- Ability to relate well to parents, children, and staff.
- Flexibility to meet daily challenges of working in a childcare environment and to be available during varied work hours as needed.
- Must have flexibility to meet daily challenges of working in a childcare environment and to be available during varied work hours as needed.
- Must possess significant experience in childcare, with knowledge of both child development and the use of developmental curriculum.
The preferred candidate will:
- Have a passion for working with children and making a difference in their lives!
- Be a team-player who can manage a learning environment and can create fun activities/lessons that develop children.
- Will be organized and able to prepare activities based off of children's ideas and interests, has worked with children and who can manage conflict.
- Be invested in the personal growth and development of children.
- Be an empathetic and motivational individual that can keep up with the children.
Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment
Smart Kids CDC is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, Aboriginal/Native American status, or any other legally protected factors. Disability-related accommodation during the application process are available upon request.
