Preschool Lead Teacher
St. John's Lutheran Church in Lexington has run a preschool since 1986. We are proud to offer a Christ-centered early childhood education to our community. We are in search of a Preschool Lead Teacher.
Job Summary: St. John’s Lutheran Preschool is looking for a part-time lead teacher during the hours of 8am to 1pm, Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, approximately 15 hours a week.
Age of Students: 3 year olds/Young 4 year olds
Class size: Maximum number of students - 10
Requirements:
- Prefer a minimum of 1 year of experience working with children
- HS diploma or GED required
- Early Childhood education or equivalent preferred
- Must be 18 years of age
- Ability to resolve conflicts between children
- Excellent communication and people skills
- Must pass a criminal background check
- Must work well with children and have the energy and flexibility to meet the changing needs of children.
- Infant and child CPR/First Aid preferred but not required
Responsibilities:
- Prepare and follow age-appropriate lesson plans written by the Lead Teacher
- Incorporate weekly Bible stories from the Little Lambs Curriculum into the classroom routine
- Set up and maintain classroom centers that engage children in dramatic play, fine motor skill development, problem-solving, and cooperative play
- Provide loving, high-quality care throughout the day to meet the children’s emotional and physical needs
- Attend staff trainings, meetings, and programs sponsored by the preschool
- Work collaboratively with the classroom assistant teacher and other staff members
- Plan and facilitate indoor and outdoor experiences appropriate to the children’s developmental levels
- Clean and organize the classroom
Pay Rate: Between 13.00-16.00/hr based on experience