This position is responsible for the instruction and development of children in order to meet their academic, spiritual, emotional, mental, social and physical needs. The Lead Teacher must be willing to work in a Christian environment, work with the Assistant teacher, provide a positive classroom atmosphere, comply with all rules set forth by the Tennessee State Department of Human Services. The Lead Teacher will report to and is supervised by the Director.
· Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
· 19.5 hours weekly
· Follows the Lakeland Community School Calendar
· Create an educational environment that encourages student learning and allows free choice play
· Create daily lesson plans as related to Tennessee Early Learning Development Skills (TN-ELDS) which must be submitted to Director
· Prepare instructional materials for classroom geared toward students interests and abilities
· Create monthly calendar with attached curriculum
· Supervise and maintain safety of all students in the classroom and various places throughout the preschool at all times
· Follow and implement guidance policy and behavior modification plans adopted by St Paul UMC Preschool
· Assess students twice a year and provide written progress to parents and Director
· Conduct parent/teacher conferences
· Communicate daily with parents during pick up/drop off and through publications
· Maintain accurate and complete records and daily role keeping
· Performing other related duties as assigned or directed
· High School Diploma or equivalent
· One year experience required
· Must pass a background check
