• Plan and implement the pre-kindergarten curriculum, including early literacy and math, thematic units, outdoor learning, art, and social-emotional learning. 

• Use pedagogical best practices, learning standards, and informal assessments to drive student growth. 

• Use the outdoor learning spaces and experiences to enhance and deepen the pre-kindergarten curriculum.  

• Create a positive and safe classroom culture and community utilizing best practices in social-emotional learning and culturally responsive teaching.

• Develop and maintain a strong collaborative relationship with the pre-kindergarten assistant teachers to foster a well-rounded, engaging pre-kindergarten experience for each student.

• Maintain positive relationships with students, parents, and staff. 

• Supervise students during all aspects of the instructional day, including lunch and recess. 

• Communicate regularly with families about students’ academic, social, and emotional growth. 

• Work with the Lower School Principal to ensure high-quality education and the most engaging experience for students.

• Collaborate with the Lower School Team. 

• Maintain confidentiality with student information and records.

• Comply with MSDE regulations with respect to the Office of Child Care’s training Lead Teacher education and annual training requirements 

• Actively engage in the work of innovative teaching, diversity and inclusion, and ongoing professional growth.

• Actively participate in a professional learning community, including reading and being familiar with relevant professional literature and research, participating in peer coaching, reflection meetings, planning meetings, and faculty meetings. 

Qualifications

• Desire to be actively engaged in the work of innovative teaching, diversity and inclusion, and ongoing professional growth.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree (Master’s preferred)

• Educational philosophy aligns with the mission and vision of Indian Creek School 

• Resilient, mission-driven, and proactive in creating a supportive learning environment for students.

• Collaborative by nature, and an effective communicator with students, teachers, administrators, and families.

• Proficiency in technology  

• Federal and State Background Check clearance and MSDE Employment History review