Lead Preschool Teacher

$24,960 - $35,360/Yr

Inspiring Minds Preschool And Childcare - Lincoln, NE

Full-time - Entry Level

Onsite - Lincoln, NE

Social Assistance

About the position

We are looking for a qualified Preschool Teacher to prepare small children for kindergarten by easing them into organized education. The role involves teaching important elements that children will encounter soon after they enter school life, with a focus on contributing to their healthy mental and emotional development.

Responsibilities

• Develop a careful and creative program suitable for preschool children
• Employ a variety of educational techniques (storytelling, educational play, media etc.) to teach children
• Observe each child to help them improve their social competencies and build self-esteem
• Encourage children to interact with each other and resolve occasional arguments
• Guide children to develop their artistic and practical capabilities through a carefully constructed curriculum (identify shapes, numbers or colors, do crafts etc.)
• Organize nap and snack hours and supervise children to ensure they are safe at all times
• Track children's progress and report to parents
• Communicate with parents regularly to understand the children's background and psyche
• Collaborate with other educators
• Maintain a clean and tidy classroom consistent with health and safety standards

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Preschool Teacher
• Excellent understanding of the principles of child development and preschool educational methods
• Familiarity with safety and sanitation guidelines for classrooms
• Excellent communication and instructional skills
• Ability to act as mediator between children
• Cool-tempered, friendly and reliable
• Balance between a creative mind and a practical acumen
• Certification in child CPR
• Associate/BA in education or relevant field

Benefits

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance