Lead Teacher Preschool

TITLE Preschool (licensed) Lead Teacher	FLSA Status Exempt	Revised 5/10/2022,7/14/23,10/30/24, 3/3/2026
DEPT Preschool	Location Irene Wortham Center Inc.
SUPERVISED BY ELC Administrator	SUPERVISES: Teacher Assistants, Volunteers

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POSITION SUMMARY- The Lead Teacher will be responsible for the overall operation of the classroom and provides oversight to the Teacher Assistants.

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ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBLITIES

1. Communicate with ELC Administration at least 1 time per week concerning class updates and needs.
2. Maintain accurate paperwork and documentation, including attendance, CACFP, name to face checks, and health checks.
3. Develop and implement daily lesson plans, activity plans and schedules for the classroom.
4. Organize classroom structure and implement appropriate actions as needed.
5. Organize and maintain student portfolios using the Kambyu platform on a daily basis.
6. Oversee classroom activities.
7. Organize classroom learning areas and maintain a safe environment.
8. Maintain cleanliness of classroom and children.
9. Supervision of teacher assistants and volunteers.
10. Supervision of students.
11. Communicates with parents/caregivers on a daily basis.
12. Cooperate with outside agencies/therapists to support children’s behaviors.
13. Administer and document medication when needed.
14. Maintain medications and medication permission forms.
15. Implement program plans according to prescribed methods, and document student’s progress accurately.
16. Attend in-service training as mandated, and apply acquired knowledge in the day-to-day performance of the role.
17. Report any relevant changes noted in the student’s performance and any medical concerns to ELC Administration.
18. Be aware of areas in which individuals require assistance, and give this assistance without direct supervision.
19. Provide basic first aid.
20. Follow IWC Emergency Plan as needed.
21. Follow Universal Precautions and OSHA Guidelines related to exposure of blood and bodily fluids.
22. Monitor individuals carefully and bring to the attention of the ELC Administration any pertinent observations or concerns.
23. Promptly follow up on ELC Administration instructions/recommendations.
24. Converse with students, using a gentle tone of voice, tolerance and patience, and maintain zoning.
25. Follow IWC Behavior Policy guidelines.
26. Review Kambyu, NC Division of Early Education, and NC Sanitation information monthly for updates.
27. Have knowledge of all individuals’ rights and ensure that rights are respected.
28. Respect privacy and confidentiality of each student and family.
29. Attend staff meetings and contribute to problem identification and solutions.
30. Demonstrate a working knowledge of, and follow, NC Division of Early Education rules and regulations and NC Childcare Sanitation rules and regulations.
31. Seek out information needed to perform duties by following the proper chain of command.
32. Work closely with co-workers, and communicate information accurately.
33. Complete assigned tasks and, when needed, be willing to complete special tasks.
34. Provide daily direct care of students: changing diapers, cleaning, feeding or assist with feeding, and specific child plans.
35. Provide interactive engagement in the classroom. Play alongside the children and facilitate learning while supervising the children.
36. Offer children assistance in co-regulation and use the Pyramid Model.
37. Work as a team and be willing to support co-workers when needed.
38. Support a collaborative team environment that values constructive feedback and mutual respect.
39. Be comfortable handling conflict constructively and professionally.
40. Be committed to a respectful and inclusive workplace where all team members feel supported and valued.
41. Must take full responsibility for maintaining B-K License from DPI as Lead Teacher through NC Division of Early Education.
42. Implement TS Gold and Creative Curriculum into assessments and lesson plans.
43. Attend IEP meetings and provide information to aid in the development of IEP’s.
44. Implementation of IEPs for all Developmental Day students, with documentation noted.
45. Do annual evaluations of teacher assistants.
46. Provide corrective actions to teacher assistants.
47. Other duties as assigned.