Preschool After Care Lead Teacher

The candidate should be able to effectively communicate, actively listen, and work collaboratively in a team environment, supporting staff in delivering a high-quality educational program for preschool-aged children while fostering positive relationships with both the children and their parents. Serve as a key communicator between daytime teachers, the director, and parents, helping bridge the gap between the child’s morning and afternoon activities.

Seeking an individual with classroom experience to manage our aftercare program.

Responsibilities include:

•  The candidate should be able to effectively communicate, actively listen, and work collaboratively in a team environment, supporting staff in delivering a high-quality educational program for preschool-aged children while fostering positive relationships with both the children and their parents.
• Encourage the development of self-help skills and promote good hygiene by modeling appropriate behaviors that support and nurture independence.
• Design and implement age-appropriate activities and curricula for preschoolers, ensuring a daily routine and consistent schedule. Actively engage in activities with students and plan in advance to ensure all necessary classroom materials are ready and available.
• Serve as a key communicator between daytime teachers, the director, and parents, helping bridge the gap between the child’s morning and afternoon activities. Observe and document children’s interests and behaviors, and communicate relevant information to parents, teachers, and the director.
• Create a safe, healthy, and welcoming environment for all students, maintaining a clean and organized space.
• Immediately notify the Program Director of any accidents, illnesses, or incidents, and keep parents informed of any occurrences while in your care.
• Manage time-off requests for Aftercare teachers and keep the director updated on any schedule changes.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills:

• Strong Classroom Management Skills.
• 2-3 years experience working in a preschool classroom (ages 3-6)
• Strong Verbal and communication skills

Position Starts December 16 for training, and to meet students and co-workers (hours TBD)
January 2 First Official Day, Start time varies between 11:45a and 1:45p to End time between 5p and 6p.