Job Description
As a Lead Preschool Teacher, you will be responsible for creating and implementing a nurturing, educational environment that promotes the developmental growth of young children. You will design and execute engaging lesson plans, lead a team of educators, and ensure that each child’s individual needs are met through differentiated instruction. The role also involves maintaining strong communication with parents, guiding children in social and emotional development, and ensuring a safe, organized, and inclusive classroom atmosphere.
About Eager to Learn Child Development Program
Our program focuses on the development of the ‘whole child’ by allowing for natural exploration through play. Children should be able to learn at their own pace according to what interests them. We believe children should have as much free choice time as possible. This allows for free exploration of the environment according to each child’s interests and needs. A rigid schedule does not allow for an individualized curriculum. Some of the materials we have include blocks, manipulatives (e.g. Legos), paint and painting tools, an easel, puzzles, shape sorters, and a light table with science materials. Outdoors we have a playhouse for dramatic play, a reading nook, mud kitchen, water table, tricycles, scooters, tunnel, giant Legos, and more. We believe children should be allowed to express their full range of emotions as a means to learn how to cope with their feelings. Behavior must be understood and never labeled. The children in our program are encouraged to treat each other with respect and build positive relationships with peers and teachers in their environment.
Description
Lead Preschool Teacher
Come work at Eager to Learn Child Development Program, a child-centered developmentally appropriate preschool program. We are looking to hire an experienced Lead Preschool Teacher to help us keep growing. If you're hard-working and dedicated to investing in early childhood education, Eager to Learn is an ideal place to get ahead.
OUR SCHOOL:
Our teacher-student ratio is 1:4. We currently have 14 students. Candidates for the Preschool Lead Teacher position should exhibit creativity and adaptability to engage and keep the attention of their young students effectively. The ability to communicate clearly with students and their parents is also a vital quality, along with patience and the energy necessary to keep up with small children on a daily basis.
The mission of our program is to provide a loving and educational environment, implementing an RIE approach based on the pedagogy of respect. Our community and families are committed to collaborating and sharing in our school's mission. In essence, we are founded and constantly being fed by these three principles: To nurture with compassion, to encourage wonder, and to hold space for each child's unique and individual exquisiteness.
OUR CALENDAR AND HOURS:
Our program is year-round with paid holidays and a paid two-week Summer and Winter break. We observe all federal and state holidays. School hours are 7:30am-5:30pm Monday through Friday. Our Teacher shifts are 7:30am - 4:30pm or 8:30am - 5:30pm with the potential to change.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Strong knowledge of educational techniques and methods for
teaching young children
• A patient and supportive approach to the learning process
• Create developmentally appropriate lesson plans and activities in line
with the school curriculum
• Supervise, guide, and mentor teacher assistants
• Engage and support young children in curriculum activities
• Foster a positive and healthy learning environment
• Facilitate positive child guidance and behavior management
• Maintains a clean and safe classroom environment (including
cleaning, sterilizing toys, changing areas, kitchen areas, outdoors,
etc.)
• Read stories to the children as a group activity
• Encourage creative thinking and learning
• Interact with other teachers and administrative staff as needed
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to stand and move around for long hours at a time while
teaching
• Serves as a role model to child learners.
• Adheres to school processes and protocols.
• Provides caregiving including diapering and napping
• Works in partnership with the teaching team and parents to provide
the best care for each child
• Records observations and assessments
• Communicates developmental information to parents and other
teachers
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelor's and/or Site Supervisor Permit
• Knowledgeable about child development and early childhood
education
• Enthusiastic, organized, and reliable
• Communicates well with teachers and parents
• Knowledge of child assessment tools such as ECERS/ITERS, ASQ's, and
Desired Results
• Is flexible and takes initiative
• Loving, warm, energetic, responsible, and punctual
• Loves working with young children, particularly young children
through age 5.
• Committed to lifelong learning and continuing professional
development
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
• AA degree or certificate in early childhood education or equivalent
• Valid Child Development Teacher's Permit
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
• Enjoys working with preschool-aged children
• Ability to plan, lead, and participate in curriculum activities, and lift
up to 50 pounds
• At least three years prior experience in a preschool classroom
• Negative TB Test
• DOJ Background/Fingerprint Clearance
• CPR and First Aid Certification
BENEFITS
• $20 - $25 / hour (based on experience)
• Professional Growth Opportunities
• Paid vacations, sick days, medical/dental/vision benefits
• Retirement Plans Available
• Free Life Insurance Policy
HOW TO APPLY
Please send your resume and cover letter to [email protected]
Salary
$20 - $25 per hour
About Eager to Learn Child Development Program
Our program focuses on the development of the ‘whole child’ by allowing for natural exploration through play. Children should be able to learn at their own pace according to what interests them. We believe children should have as much free choice time as possible. This allows for free exploration of the environment according to each child’s interests and needs. A rigid schedule does not allow for an individualized curriculum. Some of the materials we have include blocks, manipulatives (e.g. Legos), paint and painting tools, an easel, puzzles, shape sorters, and a light table with science materials. Outdoors we have a playhouse for dramatic play, a reading nook, mud kitchen, water table, tricycles, scooters, tunnel, giant Legos, and more. We believe children should be allowed to express their full range of emotions as a means to learn how to cope with their feelings. Behavior must be understood and never labeled. The children in our program are encouraged to treat each other with respect and build positive relationships with peers and teachers in their environment.
Description
Lead Preschool Teacher
Come work at Eager to Learn Child Development Program, a child-centered developmentally appropriate preschool program. We are looking to hire an experienced Lead Preschool Teacher to help us keep growing. If you're hard-working and dedicated to investing in early childhood education, Eager to Learn is an ideal place to get ahead.
OUR SCHOOL:
Our teacher-student ratio is 1:4. We currently have 14 students. Candidates for the Preschool Lead Teacher position should exhibit creativity and adaptability to engage and keep the attention of their young students effectively. The ability to communicate clearly with students and their parents is also a vital quality, along with patience and the energy necessary to keep up with small children on a daily basis.
The mission of our program is to provide a loving and educational environment, implementing an RIE approach based on the pedagogy of respect. Our community and families are committed to collaborating and sharing in our school's mission. In essence, we are founded and constantly being fed by these three principles: To nurture with compassion, to encourage wonder, and to hold space for each child's unique and individual exquisiteness.
OUR CALENDAR AND HOURS:
Our program is year-round with paid holidays and a paid two-week Summer and Winter break. We observe all federal and state holidays. School hours are 7:30am-5:30pm Monday through Friday. Our Teacher shifts are 7:30am - 4:30pm or 8:30am - 5:30pm with the potential to change.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Strong knowledge of educational techniques and methods for
teaching young children
• A patient and supportive approach to the learning process
• Create developmentally appropriate lesson plans and activities in line
with the school curriculum
• Supervise, guide, and mentor teacher assistants
• Engage and support young children in curriculum activities
• Foster a positive and healthy learning environment
• Facilitate positive child guidance and behavior management
• Maintains a clean and safe classroom environment (including
cleaning, sterilizing toys, changing areas, kitchen areas, outdoors,
etc.)
• Read stories to the children as a group activity
• Encourage creative thinking and learning
• Interact with other teachers and administrative staff as needed
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to stand and move around for long hours at a time while
teaching
• Serves as a role model to child learners.
• Adheres to school processes and protocols.
• Provides caregiving including diapering and napping
• Works in partnership with the teaching team and parents to provide
the best care for each child
• Records observations and assessments
• Communicates developmental information to parents and other
teachers
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelor's and/or Site Supervisor Permit
• Knowledgeable about child development and early childhood
education
• Enthusiastic, organized, and reliable
• Communicates well with teachers and parents
• Knowledge of child assessment tools such as ECERS/ITERS, ASQ's, and
Desired Results
• Is flexible and takes initiative
• Loving, warm, energetic, responsible, and punctual
• Loves working with young children, particularly young children
through age 5.
• Committed to lifelong learning and continuing professional
development
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
• AA degree or certificate in early childhood education or equivalent
• Valid Child Development Teacher's Permit
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
• Enjoys working with preschool-aged children
• Ability to plan, lead, and participate in curriculum activities, and lift
up to 50 pounds
• At least three years prior experience in a preschool classroom
• Negative TB Test
• DOJ Background/Fingerprint Clearance
• CPR and First Aid Certification
BENEFITS
• $20 - $25 / hour (based on experience)
• Professional Growth Opportunities
• Paid vacations, sick days, medical/dental/vision benefits
• Retirement Plans Available
• Free Life Insurance Policy
HOW TO APPLY
Please send your resume and cover letter to [email protected]
Salary
$20 - $25 per hour
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Preschool Lead Teacher position is now open for candidates interested in the Teacher Jobs sector. This role in Los Alamos offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Teacher Jobs is a plus.
