Preschool Lead Teacher

Job Title: Teacher – Level II

Preschool Lead Teacher

Direct Supervisor: Director

SUMMARY: A Lead Preschool Teacher is responsible for the education, daily care and recreation of children. Provide emergent, child-directed, developmentally appropriate activities in a Christian-based classroom, and must initiate and foster positive guidance and behavior management practices for children. Level II Teachers are expected to encourage their Level II Aides to become more involved in the class management as they mentor them in becoming qualified teachers.

A Lead Preschool Teacher must be able to engage and effectively communicate with parents/guardians, volunteers, and other staff members. This position requires high stamina and the physical ability to interact with young children, including standing, sitting, running, picking up a child from off the floor, and getting down on the ground at the children’s level. A Lead Preschool Teacher should also be able to maintain and run his/her classroom while in state regulated ratio of 1 adult to 10 children.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: An employee in this position is expected to exhibit a genuine liking and understanding of children and a desire to share the general foundations of Christian Faith with them. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions after proper documentation has been provided.

• Supervise and train Level I and II Aide’s in classroom routines and regulations
• Train and mentor Assistant Teacher in all aspects of student instruction, curriculum and assessments
• Follow and implement the pre-selected academic and biblical curriculums of Blossom Hills
• Responsible for the maintenance of student and classroom records
• Prepare instructional materials and supplies
• Supervise the instruction of students
• Assist children with bathroom skills or diapering
• Maintain a clean, safe and cheerful environment
• Supervise students in class, gym, playground and other areas
• Attend Leadership Team Meeting
• Attend staff meetings, special events and in-service trainings
• Respect confidential information at all times
• Maintain the classroom operation while in state regulated ratio
• See that Blossom Hills and Oregon Child Care Division policies are observed at all times
• Model personal behaviors of honesty, fairness, courtesy, consideration and Christian fellowship
• Establishes and maintains positive and professional relationships with students, employees and families
• Responds in a cooperative and positive manner to supervision and direction
• Maintain all licenses and certificate requirements needed to maintain your professional standing
• Achieves professional growth as required by Oregon Child Care Division and Blossom Hills through approved workshops and classes
• Be alert and aware to all children, classroom activities, physical environment, and potential safety hazards at all times. (OAR 414-300-0130-3)
• Other duties as assigned by the Director

• Completion of 20 semester credits or 30 quarter credits in Early Ed, Child Dev. OR
• A one year state or nationally recognized credential (CDA) OR
• Documented experience of at least 1500 hours (or 1 year) in a certified center OR
• Documentation of attaining at least step 7 in the Oregon Registry AND
• Required to obtain Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect Certificate, 1st Aid/CPR and Food Handler’s License within 90 days of hire AND
• Required to maintain 15 hours of annual continuing education
• If coming in with only experience and no Step, must be willing to work on obtaining a Step 6 on ORO within 3 months of hire

• Established and growing relationship with God
• Committed to sharing your love of the Lord with the children and families in our program

• Criminal background check required for hire
• Pediatric CPR and First Aid certifications
• Food Handlers certification
• Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect
• Oregon Registry
• Step 6

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