PHLpreK Lead Teacher

Philadelphia, PA

Full Time

Experienced

Are you passionate about early childhood education? Join us at Wonderspring as a PHLpreK Lead Teacher in our STAR 4 Powelton Village center, where we foster a nurturing and stimulating environment. You'll develop and implement lessons aligned with the Creative Curriculum and PA Early Learning Standards, ensure top educational and health practices, assess student progress, and collaborate with parents and teachers to support each child's growth.

Become part of an organization that not only values FUN but also focuses on developing your skills and talents.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Plan, organize and implement lessons based on developmentally appropriate practices that reflect the approved curriculum objectives.
Communicate weekly lesson plans with families and post the plans inside and outside of the classroom.
Supervise and ensure the safety and well-being of the children, be alert to the needs of children as individuals and as a group.
Maintain a professional and positive attitude with children, parents, co-workers, and administrators.
Teach children how to use acceptable alternatives to challenging behaviors to reduce conflict by using provided techniques such as FLIP IT and Second Step.
Observe children in the program throughout the year by recording observations, anecdotes, checklists, and other methods.
Assess children’s progress, routines, and interests, and keep parents informed.
Conduct Family/Teacher Conferences

Qualifications

Required: AA/AS in Early Childhood Education or related field with 18 ECE credits.
At least two years' experience with preschoolers in an educational setting.
Excellent communication skills for engaging with parents/guardians.
Ability to maintain high level standards of confidentiality regarding center, staff, and family matters.
Understanding of DHS licensing, Keystone Stars, and accreditation standards.
Proficient in managing a multicultural classroom environment.

Health and Welfare Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Employer paid basic life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance.
Health Savings Account with employer contribution
Accident, Illness/Cancer, and Whole Life Insurance

Time Off

Vacation, Sick, and Holiday pay
Summers off

Retirement

Retirement Savings Plan with employer match
Retirement Education

Additional Benefits

Employee Assistance Program
Employee childcare tuition discount
College tuition discount
Pet Insurance discount

We are an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, age, race, color, religion, national origin, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, political affiliations, marital or veteran status. No application will be rejected as a result of a disability that, with reasonable accommodation, does not prevent performance of the essential job duties.

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