The Lead Teacher is responsible for creating and implementing a weekly curriculum to meet the holistic needs of preschool children. They must maintain a safe, sanitized learning environment and foster positive relationships with children and parents.
Requirements summary
Candidates must possess current CPR, First Aid, and Food Handlers certifications, and be registered in MERIT. A degree in Early Childhood Education or a CDA and at least 2 years of lead teaching experience are preferred.
Little Jack's Corner, a Waldorf-inspired school for early learning owned by Danner Corporation is hiring! Danner Corporation offers our team members a competitive benefits package to include company-sponsored medical, dental, and vision coverage; healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA); a 401(k) retirement account; and paid time off.
PURPOSE
The Preschool Lead Teacher is to create and maintain an early learning environment that meets the individual needs of the holistic child.
Responsibilities
Follow program policies.
Must be able to create and implement a weekly curriculum.
Must be able to get on and off the floor.
Has the ability to lift 25lbs.
Maintains a current STARS/MERIT training (10 hrs.) annually
Professional appearance
General Working Habits
Arrives on time
Reliable in attendance
Responsible in job duties
Alert in health and safety matters
Flexible with assignments and schedule
Remains calm in tense situations
Interaction with Children
Friendly, warm and affectionate
Eye to eye contact
Uses modulated, appropriate voice
Shows respect for individuals
Is aware of developmental levels
Encourages independence and self-help
Avoids stereotyping and labeling
Reinforces and uses positive behavior
Regularly records and develops observations for preschoolers
Shows empathy towards the needs of the individual child
Classroom Management
Creates an inviting learning environment inside and outside garden areas.
Maintains a sanitized, clean, healthy and safe environment indoors as well as outdoors.
Meets the needs of the preschoolers: diaper changes (if applicable), meals, and nap time/down time requirements
Benefits
Paid time off
Medical coverage
Vision coverage
Dental coverage
401(k) retirement account
Dependent care flexible spending account
Healthcare flexible spending account
Is prepared for the day’s activities and handles transition well
Is tactful with negative information
Shows respect for those from diverse backgrounds and maintains confidentiality.
Seeks partnership with parents and involves them in center activities and events.
Enjoys working as part of a team, is flexible about assigned duties, strives to assume a fair share of work, communicates directly and avoids gossip
Enjoys and assists in maintaining of school, gardens and orchard areas (painting, gardening & annual maintenance of school grounds).
Must be able to create and implement a weekly curriculum.
Must be able to get on and off the floor.
Has the ability to lift 25lbs.
Professional appearance
Takes job seriously, seeks skill improvement, uses my time management wisely, and behaves in an ethical manner
Minimum Qualifications
TB Test
Merit background check and finger print if applicable
Current Food Handlers Permit
Current CPR , First Aid and Blood Borne Pathogens certified
Maintains a current STARS/MERIT training (10 hrs.) annually
Preferred Qualifications: Some ECE credits and past experience. Some knowledge.
Other related duties as assigned by the ECE director, (including maintaining the school grounds within the garden and orchard areas).
Safe Sleep (Complete it here: www.dcyftraining.com)
Child Care Basics (Complete 30 hrs. here: www.cdastars.com [//www.cdastars.com] )
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working with children ages 3-5 years in a child care setting.
AA/BA degree in ECE or current CDA
Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Lead Teacher in a child care setting.
Management reserves the right to assign and/or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. This job description is designed to outline primary duties, qualifications and job scope, but does not limit team members nor the Company to the work identified above.
Monday - Friday, 7
30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Market context
Washington classroom teacher market context
In Washington, classroom teacher roles are often competitive because schools and early learning programs look for candidates who meet state requirements and bring prior licensed daycare or teacher assistant experience. This posting’s requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description, helping you review fit and compensation details faster. If you’re applying, confirm your state preschool teacher assistant eligibility and highlight any classroom support experience on your resume.
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