Horizon Science Academy Primary School is looking for a Preschool Teacher who has a passion for early childhood development to join our family oriented team. Apply now to join this highly diverse student and teacher community to create a dynamic school culture of high expectations and motivation in a small and safe learning environment.

Purpose Statement:

The job of PRESCHOOL LEAD TEACHER  

Essential Responsibilities:

• Support the school's mission, philosophies, values, goals, and policies toward students, parents/guardians and coworkers
• Implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum and effectively deliver instruction through discovery learning, hands-on-learning, and while supporting the development of the whole child
• Apply Early Learning Content Standards in the preparation and implementation of lesson plans to teach instructional objectives
• Routinely examine student data for ongoing refinement of instruction and assessment
• Exhibit a warm, friendly disposition to foster positive relationships with all stakeholders
• Facilitate regular parent/guardian communications and conferences to discuss student progress
• Maintain an organized, attractive and safe classroom environment that encourages children to create, explore and make decisions with confidence
• Encourage self-expression through understanding, flexibility, and behavioral reinforcement
• Provide verbal recognition and acceptance to children while modeling clear and consistent expectations for the children's behavior
• Have an understanding of PBIS strategies or willingness to learn
• Maintenance and necessary housekeeping duties of the classroom, common use areas and playgrounds
• Attend all training, staff meetings, and other professional development initiatives as required
• Comply with all local, state or national licensing and accreditation regulations

Skills:

• Ability to engage in physical activity
• Exhibit sensitivity to the cultural and socioeconomic characteristics of the children and families served
• Receptive to feedback and desire to grow professionally
• Has the work ethic and desire to go above and beyond
• Highly organized

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education.  Current licensure to teach preferred.
• Pass state background check and health assessments.
• CPR and First Aid certifications (or willingness to obtain).
•  Previous experience working with children in a licensed or accredited day care, childcare center or preschool preferred.