Preschool Infant - 2's Lead Teacher

This is for the 2026-27 school year. Pay is dependent upon years of experience and degree and where it falls within the range of pay.

FLSA Classification: Exempt

Position Type: 10-month Staff (30 hours)

Reports to: Director of Preschool

Overview of the position

Preschool 0-2 Lead Teachers are expected to create an environment that nurtures the social, emotional, cognitive, physical, and spiritual development of the children. This requires providing a warm and loving atmosphere for the children and the parents. The teacher and assistant(s) in each classroom should work together as a team throughout the day to help provide the desired environment.

Responsibilities

• Including, but not limited to, the following: Create and document weekly lesson plans that help promote children's development in accordance with the GELDS.
• Lead individual children, small groups, and large groups in educational instruction.
• Develop a positive relationship with each child and promote the development of self-esteem and self-discipline.
• Review with staff the progress of each child and develop written plans to promote each child's growth and development.
• Act as a leading figure in the classroom establishing a positive relationship with the Assistant Teachers and Parents.
• Work with Assistant Teachers to plan and implement daily program in accordance with the lesson plan.
• Communicate with parents through the monthly newsletter and calendar, Tadpole daily reports, and emails in a timely manner.
• Set up and maintain a well-organized and safe classroom environment conducive to the optimal growth and development of children.
• Evaluate children and prepare progress reports twice during the school year.
• Conduct parent- teacher conferences and document outcomes and plan of action.
• Oversee children's care and safety during their time spent in the school facilities.
• Observe each child daily to assess skills, interests and needs to facilitate learning and growth.
• Maintain a respectful environment with children, parents and staff at school at all times.
• Supervise and engage with children on playground areas.
• Assist children with daily care activities, as needed (i.e. washing children's hands, diapering, pottying, meals, etc.)Follow cleaning and sanitation procedures.
• Administer first aid (Band-Aid, ice packs, etc.) and document accidents
• Arrive in classroom at least 5 minutes before scheduled start time
• Attend certain school functions as required by the administration (ie. Open House, staff meetings, trainings, etc.)
• Arrange for substitute coverage when out for illness or personal reasons.
• Support the school with words and actions on and off campus.
• Maintain confidentiality in school matters and in regard to students, their families, and coworkers.
• Demonstrate patience when interacting with children, parents, and co­workers.
• Understand an infant, toddler, and preschooler's social/emotional, cognitive, physical, and spiritual developmental needs.
• Participate in training and professional development; goal setting with supervisor
• Be evaluated throughout the year through informal and formal classroom observation.
• Showing support and high esteem for School at all times.
• Attending and participating in faculty meetings and other assigned meetings and activities according to school policy.
• Complying with conditions as stated in employee agreement and handbook.
• Commitment to St. Benedict's Episcopal School's mission and values.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Head of School or Assistant Head of School or Director of Preschool such as carpool.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's preferred or Degree in Education, Early Childhood Development, or related field, preferred; Associates Degree with a CDA credential will be considered (this level of education must obtain or have a CDA credential).
• Ability to effectively communicate with children age three months through age 3.Ability to create a harmonious environment where they work as a team with other teachers and assistants.
• Ability to communicate positively with parents, including feedback about the child's day is a must.
• Ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds
• Must work well individually and as part of a small team; ability to interact collaboratively with parents, students and administration.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office or other similar programs.
• Excellent verbal and written skills
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by Administration
• Superior time management skills and the ability to consistently meet deadlines and be flexible

Physical Requirements

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Employee should be comfortable with prolonged sitting and standing.
• Employee should be able to lift and hold up to 50 lbs.
• Employee should be able to squat to a child's height and maintain eye contact at a child's level.
• Employee should be able to bend and reach from floor to waist several times throughout the day.
• Employee should be able to crawl around on the floor and interact with children in their space.
• Employee should be able to do lifting and walking as needed.
• Employee should be able to go outside with the children, welcome parents at the gate (Morning drop-off and Afternoon pick-up) in various types of weather (heat, cold and rain).The employee is continuously involved with supervising and interacting with students including, but not limited to, transitioning from location to location, drop off and pick­up responsibilities, and lunch.

Work Environment

This is for the 26-27 school year, starting August 3, 2026, with hours 8am - 2pm during the school year. 187 days in the school year.