Lead Preschool Teacher

Early Childhood Lead Teacher – Gan Academy

Gan Academy is excited to bring a new teacher into our wonderful community! We are hoping to hire someone who will contribute to healthy mental and emotional development of the children in our care and create joyful experiences each day.

We are proud to have a small, one-classroom school which allows us to create close relationships with the children and families in our care. Gan Academy is a warm, intimate early childhood community where every child and family is valued. With small class sizes of 6 – 10 children, our educators have the opportunity to build meaningful relationships and create a nurturing, play-based learning environment.

We believe in fostering curiosity, creativity, and a deep sense of belonging for both children and staff. If you are a passionate, caring educator who thrives in a close-knit community, we would love to welcome you to our team!

RESPONSIBILITIES

Planning lessons that target specific skills and concepts, managing classroom behavior to keep all students engaged in the lesson, and providing individual support and feedback for their students.

To develop and maintain a curriculum that is fun and educational for 3-5-year-old children.

To ensure that the school is fostering an environment that is inviting and nurturing for the children.

Encourage children to interact with each other and resolve occasional arguments

Organize nap and snack hours and supervise children to ensure they are safe at all times

Support children’s development and communicate with parents

Maintain a clean and tidy classroom consistent with health and safety standards

Skills

Excellent understanding of the principles of child development and preschool educational methods

Familiarity with safety and sanitation guidelines for classrooms

Excellent communication and instructional skills

Cool-tempered, friendly and reliable

Experience with Teaching Strategies Gold and the Creative Curriculum not required, but is a great addition

Qualifications

ECT Qualified

Benefits

Payment is given though a monthly salary which is calculated to be $20-25 per hour depending on experience and qualifications,

5 days off for personal care

50% off care for your own child ages 2.5-6 years old

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits

Employee assistance program

Employee discount

Flexible schedule

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Work Location: In person