What are the responsibilities and job description for the Gross Motor Teacher position at The Lab School?
The Lab School is an independent preschool dedicated to nurturing young children. We have been serving three-to-six-year olds and their families in Kirkwood, Webster Groves, Glendale, Des Peres and beyond since 1964. The Lab School follows the constructivist philosophy of learning, and Project Construct Curriculum. We are currently accepting resumes for a part time Gross Motor Teacher for the 2025/2026 school year. This is a one day a week position on Monday morning from 8:30-11:30.
Summary:
The Gross Motor teacher is responsible for planning and presenting a developmentally appropriate large motor curriculum for preschool age children. The Teacher is responsible for creating a caring and nurturing environment using the Constructivist model for learning.
Must have a passion for working with preschool children.
Develops and administers gross motor classes consistent with project construct goals and objectives for 3’s, 4’s/5’s.
Facilitate motor and rhythmic development for three 30-minute classes on Monday’s.
Encourages the engagement of all children.
Develop learning expectations for each class.
Ensures the skill of teamwork, social skills, individual development.
Maintaining a safe and optimal learning environment.
Organized with lesson and unit planning.
Must be a team player with a willingness to grow and learn professionally.
Excellent communication skills with children, teaching assistant, and colleagues.
Follow all state licensing requirements and school policies and procedures.
Requirements:
Bachelors Degree in Physical Education, Early Childhood Education, or Elementary Education.
Early Childhood or Elementary Teaching Experience
Preferred:
Physical Education Certificate, Early Childhood Certificate, or Elementary Certificate.
Early Childhood Teaching Experience.
Hourly salary to commensurate with education and experience.
$20-23/hr
Matching 401k
Please send a cover letter and resume to Teri Stark thelabschooldirector@gmail.com.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $23