Plans and implements lesson plans and activities for classes of Preschool/Pre-K children.
Supervision Received: Works under the direction of the Preschool Director and/or Assistant Preschool Director.
Supervision Exercised: Supervises Assistant Teachers and/or Teacher Aides working together in the same classroom.
Examples of Duties: The following examples of duties are intended to be illustrative only and are not intended to be all inclusive.
- Teaches a comprehensive program to include Music, Art, Literacy, Math and Science that correspond to weekly themes and meet benchmarks for gross and fine motor, cognitive, linguistic, social and emotional skill development.
- Writes weekly lesson plans and monthly newsletters.
- Maintains and arranges the appearance of the room following Human Services guidelines.
- Prepares supply list for submission to Preschool Director and/or Assistant Preschool Director.
- Attends monthly staff meetings that serve as the required 15 hours of continuing education a year.
- Holds parent conferences twice a year.
- Demonstrates excellent public relations and customer service skills when communicating verbally and in writing with participants, parents, and other staff.
- Performs related duties as assigned and required.
- Maintains a professional attitude while supporting the objectives of the Preschool program.
- Treats all children with dignity and respect.
Physical and Environmental Standards: Must be able to repeatedly sit, walk, stand, climb, bend, kneel, stoop, reach and lift, push, and pull. Must be able to type, write, use a calculator, use a computer, and answer the telephone. Ability to communicate face-to-face is needed. Vision requirements include near and far acuity. Must be able to properly lift/move 20 pounds unassisted and 40 pounds with help and able to move quickly when a child’s well-being is in jeopardy. Must be able to travel between all (4) facilities and/or offsite as needed. EOE
Must be a minimum of 21 years of age. Requires a working knowledge of Preschool and Pre-K curriculum. Demonstrated desire and ability to work with children. Ability to communicate verbally and in writing with participants, parents, and coworkers. Ability to understand and follow the guidelines and regulations which govern the HRCA. Must be able to obtain a Teacher Qualification letter from the state within 60 days of employment. Must be able to complete all Human Services requirements, CPR and First Aid. Must pass a drug test and background investigation.
Education and Experience: Criteria must be met for the Colorado Department of Human Service requirements for Lead Teacher.
Salary range: $21.00 – $26.00