Description
The Preschool Director/Lead Teacher is responsible for overseeing all Preschool program operations (Preschool 3 – 4-year-old students) in collaboration with the school principal, and providing daily classroom instruction for this class. The Preschool Director/Lead Teacher works collaboratively with school administrators and other teachers and instructional assistants to provide a cohesive, unified program through a welcoming and nurturing environment. The Director/Lead Teacher will help staff nurture children’s social, spiritual, & academic development while fostering a Catholic environment of mutual respect and appreciation. The Director/Lead Teacher will foster a faith-filled, developmentally rich learning environment for all students, promoting all aspects of early childhood development (social-emotional, fine motor, gross motor, cognitive, language, literacy, mathematics, etc.). Additionally, the Preschool Director/Lead Teacher will work with the Principal to ensure all paperwork, online requirements and record-keeping related to California Department of Social Services CDSS-specifically the Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD), are properly submitted. He/she reports directly to the school principal.
PRIMARY DUTIES
- Provide a welcoming, nurturing learning environment for all students
- Incorporate developmentally appropriate daily classroom activities and home learning tasks
- Regularly evaluate and document student progress towards Transitional Kindergarten or Kindergarten readiness
- Maintain the program facilities and records in compliance with the Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD)
- Oversee Preschool program goals and implement necessary initiatives
- Manage and collaborate with other Preschool staff, including teachers and instructional assistants
- Foster the integration of Preschool students into school events and with older school students
- Maintain a physical environment that is clean, safe, orderly, and conducive to optimal growth and development of children
- Communicate students of concern to the Principal
- Assess children as required and provide regular reports to parents on student progress
- Maintain accurate student records including attendance
- Communicate with and actively involve parents/families in all aspects of student learning through conferences, informal interactions, newsletters, home learning tasks, etc.
- Facilitate parent volunteering opportunities
- Communicate program updates weekly with the Principal
Benefits: A comprehensive package of benefits is offered including medical plan options, dental, and vision. Interested candidates should e-mail a resume and cover letter to Principal Brandon Birr at bbirr@stbedeschool.net.
Requirements
- Minimum of 3 years preschool teaching experience preferred
- Must meet State of California licensing requirements
- At least 1 year’s experience as Preschool Director or Lead Teacher preferred
- State teaching credential, Bachelor’s degree in Education, or Master’s preferred (a focus in Early Childhood Education/Administration is also preferred)
- Experience working within a state licensed program; possesses intimate knowledge of California Department of Social Services CDSS-specifically the Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD)
- Exhibits successful classroom management skills and use of diverse instructional strategies
- Able to meet the physical demands of caring for children, including lifting and carrying children, equipment, and furniture, cleaning and maintaining equipment and facility, and moving throughout the classroom and campus on a daily basis
- Possesses strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Exhibits strong managerial and leadership capabilities
- Demonstrates the dynamic personality and a visionary capacity needed to expand a growing program and maintain a strong Preschool team
- Strong references from current and/or previous administrator(s)
Wage Range
The rate of pay offered to the selected candidate is based on internal pay policy and budget. New hires are commonly paid at the minimum of the wage range or within the lower part of the range. We consider a number of factors when making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience, training and other department needs.
Information/Application Contact
St. Bede the Venerable School (La Canada-Flintridge)
4524 Crown Ave.
La Canada-Flintridge, CA 91011
bbirr@stbedeschool.net