Job Description
Job Description
About This Role
We are seeking a passionate and energetic Georgia Pre-K Teacher to join our team. In this vital role, you will work in a state-funded classroom, with a supportive team, and implement a high-quality, GELDS-based curriculum that prepares young learners for success!
What You'll Do
Responsibilities
- Curriculum Implementation: Develop and execute engaging lesson plans aligned with the Georgia Early Learning and Development Standards (GELDS), covering literacy, math, and social-emotional development.
- Assessment & Tracking: Utilize the Work Sampling System (WSS) to conduct ongoing assessments of child development milestones, ensuring all students are meeting state performance indicators.
- Classroom Management: Create a positive, nurturing environment that promotes proactive behavior management and emotional well-being for 4-year-olds.
- Compliance: Maintain a classroom that adheres to all Bright from the Start (DECAL) health, safety, and instructional regulations.
- Collaboration: Partner with parents, assistant teachers, and educational specialists to support individual learning plans and early intervention needs.
- Kindergarten Readiness: Foster foundational skills in literacy and numeracy through play-based and intentional instruction.
Requirements
- Certification: Must hold a CDA, TCC in Early Childhood Education, Valid Paraprofessional License, Associates, Bachelor's, or meet the DECAL Teacher credential requirements.
- Experience: Proven experience in a Georgia Pre-K classroom or a licensed daycare setting with strong classroom management skills.
- Technical Knowledge: Familiarity with GELDS and the Work Sampling System (WSS) is highly preferred.
- Education: TCC or CDA in Early Childhood Education, Teaching Degree, or a DECAL-approved related field.
- Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills to effectively engage with families and our collaborative teaching team.
- Training: Current CPR/First Aid certification (our ability to obtain within 30 days) and a valid GaPDS number
Benefits
Benefits Include:
- Child Care Discount
- Professional Development
- Flexible Schedule
- Free Childcare
- Paid Time Off
- Flexible Schedule
- Professional Development Opportunities