Lead Teacher

Job description

Description Overview: The Lead Early Childhood Teacher is responsible for creating a nurturing, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning environment for young children in our Early Childhood Program. This role leads curriculum planning and implementation, supervises classroom activities, and ensures the health, safety, and well-being of each child. The Lead Teacher will collaborate closely with assistant teachers and families to support each child’s growth and development. This position may be assigned to infant, toddler, or preschool classrooms based on program needs, candidate experience, and preference discussed during the interview process. Requirements: General Responsibilities: - Develop and implement engaging, age-appropriate curriculum aligned with developmental milestones (infant, toddler, or preschool as assigned) - Create and maintain a safe, inclusive, and nurturing classroom environment where all children feel valued and supported - Ensure compliance with DHS regulations, Keystone STARS standards, and the JCC Early Childhood Program Handbook - Oversee classroom management, including organization, care, and maintenance of materials, equipment, and learning spa...