Preschool Lead Teacher at Celebree Schools of Fishtown and Wayne

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionBenefits:401(k)Bonus based on performanceCompetitive salaryDental insuranceEmployee discountsHealth insurancePaid time offTuition assistanceVision insuranceJob Summary:As a Lead Teacher, you will be given the tools, resources, and training to plan and direct operations of an assigned classroom to ensure Celebree mission, vision and values are upheld, and children are provided with a developmentally age-appropriate learning environment. Provide support and direction to the classroom assistant and aide. Company OverviewAt every Celebree School, our mission is to protect, educate and nurture the children in our care. Childcare jobs with our school family are life-changing ones. We say Celebree Schools are a place where we grow people BIG and small; investing in teachers and learners to help them achieve their goals. At Celebree Schools, we are committed to offering multiple opportunities and a chance to grow within the Celebree Organization.ResponsibilitiesManage your assigned classroom to ensure compliance with all PA state regulations, company brand standards, policies and proceduresDevelop and deliver age-appropriate lesson plans in a safe, nurturing environment following the Celebree School curriculum; clearly delegate lesson activities to staff and maintain open, effective communication with the teaching teamCreate a warm, welcoming classroom environment for children, families, and visitors; keep engaging classroom and hallway displays, along with an educational parent boardCommunicates clearly with caregivers by greeting them personally, addressing concerns promptly, offering positive feedback, providing regular updates on their childs development and classroom activities, and maintaining daily reports on each childs dayCounsels children as needed using the Conscious Discipline framework and utilize appropriate behavior management techniquesProvide support and direction to Aides/Floaters to ensure the classroom functions in an orderly mannerQualifications:Childcare: 2-3 years (Required)Child Development Associate (Preferred)Associate's degree in human services field or 30 CEUs in early childhood development, special education, elementary education or human services (Required)Bachelors degree in human services field or early childhood education (Preferred)Physical Demands:The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. The job requires frequent bending, squatting, reaching, lifting and carrying; ability to lift 50 pounds.Specific Skills:Certification in CPR & First Aid. Computer skills, familiar with educational software and curriculum.