Lead Preschool Teacher

Summary

We are seeking a Lead Teacher to guide our preschool classroom (ages 3–5). The Lead Teacher creates a caring, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning environment. This role requires flexibility, strong communication, and a genuine love of working with young children.

The ideal candidate is inquisitive, observant, and reflective, with a deep respect for children and a commitment to continuous learning.

The Lead Teacher at Teeny Tiny Preschool is the driving force inside of the classroom. We are looking for a lead teacher who is inquisitive, curious, and responsive. Additionally, this teacher has the utmost reverence and respect for children and the science of early childhood education. This lead teacher is responsible for building a classroom environment that fosters growth and development for teachers and students alike. Improvisation, observation, and flexibility are the most crucial skills for this position to ensure you are prepared for the unpredictability of working with children, parents, and co-workers.

Teeny Tiny Preschool is a holistic, community-based learning center serving children ages 2 months to 5 years and their families. Inspired by a child-led and play-based approach to early learning, we have designed a unique curriculum that allows for the natural child to unfold in a stimulating and comfortable environment.

We believe that each employee contributes directly to Teeny Tiny’s growth and success, and we hope you will take pride in being a member of our team. We value the talents and abilities of our employees and seek to foster an open, cooperative, and dynamic environment in which employees and Teeny Tiny alike can thrive.

Duties

Additional Duties and Responsibilities for the Lead Teacher include:

• Planning and submitting lesson plans and classroom curriculum.
• Bringing your own passions and interests into the classroom to help children identify theirs.
• Directing daily classroom routines and rituals.
• Preparing and maintaining classroom supplies.
• Preparing snack twice a day.
• Performing daily and as needed cleaning and organizing tasks in the classroom.
• Monitoring classroom maintenance needs
• Occasionally performing alternate duties as assigned by the Director.
• Observing, monitoring, and creating portfolios for children
• Assisting children with toilet training/diapering
• Modeling positive language, appropriate body language and healthy social habits.
• Assisting children in activities and self-care routines.
• Actively pursuing and participating in professional development opportunities.
• Communicating frequently and effectively with parents and co-workers.
• Re-directing children with positive guidance.
• Collaborating with staff to maintain tidy and sanitary common spaces.
• Attending staff and parent meetings as scheduled.
• Finding joy in your time with the children.

Requirements

At the minimum, our Lead Teacher must:

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Have a high school diploma or completed GED.
• Have one or more years experience working with children.
• Attend and complete all required and elective training to state minimum standards.
• Understand child development, or have a desire to learn about child development.
• Awareness of and experience with a variety of creative tools and experiences.
• Curiosity and willingness to learn about Reggio Emilia philosophies, democratic education, and radical teaching practices.
• Strong belief in children’s innate intelligence, capability, creativity, and autonomy.

Nice To Haves

In addition to the above requirements, it would be excellent (but not required) for the Lead Teacher to have:

• A Bachelor's Degree
• Experience with Better Beginnings
• Previous experience as a Lead Teacher

Benefits

40 hours of PTO

Paid Holidays

About Us

Founded in 2017, Teeny Tiny Preschool is more than just a preschool; it's a protest movement. A movement for play, equality, and diversity in early childhood education. We believe that it is our duty to serve our community with a quality early childhood education, which is why it is our mission to work with all income levels and situations. We follow a Reggio Emilia-Inspired curriculum, designed to highlight learning through a child's interests and through play. Our goal is to partner with families to support play, learning, and raising changemakers.