Pre-K Counts Lead Teacher

Schedule

• Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM–3:00 PM Calendar: Follows the School District Calendar
• Stepping Stones Preschool is seeking an enthusiastic, creative, and experienced Pre-K Counts Lead Teacher to join our team at Westfield Elementary School .
• We are looking for an educator who is passionate about early childhood education and understands that a successful Pre-K classroom should be engaging, nurturing, organized, and fun. The ideal candidate will bring energy and creativity into the classroom while maintaining the structure and professionalism required of a Pennsylvania Pre-K Counts program.

Qualifications

• Pennsylvania Pre-K–Grade 3 certification or comparable certification/credential preferred , or a Bachelor’s degree that meets applicable Pre-K Counts requirements
• Creative Curriculum experience is required
• Knowledge of Pennsylvania childcare licensing and early childhood education requirements
• Experience working with preschool-aged children
• Strong classroom management, organizational, and communication skills
• Comfortable using technology for family communication, documentation, and classroom engagement
• Professional, personable, energetic, and comfortable interacting with current and prospective families

Classroom & Pre-K Counts Responsibilities

• Plan and implement engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons using Creative Curriculum
• Create a warm, interactive classroom where children are encouraged to explore, communicate, build independence, and develop a love of learning
• Complete required observations, assessments, lesson plans, and Pre-K Counts documentation
• Maintain classroom practices that meet Pre-K Counts and Pennsylvania childcare licensing requirements
• Monitor children's developmental and academic progress and communicate regularly with families
• Maintain an organized, safe, clean, and welcoming classroom
• Collaborate with teaching assistants, administrators, families, school personnel, and other professionals supporting students
• Participate in required professional development, trainings, meetings, and program activities
• Assist program as it undergoes STARS rating

Family Communication & Technology

Marketing & Community Engagement

What We're Looking For

Compensation

• Competitive and based on education, certification, credentials, and experience.
• Stepping Stones Preschool is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a positive, professional, and supportive environment for our children, families, and staff.