Start Date: August 1, 2017
The Early Learning Center at Fay School (ELC) seeks an experienced, dynamic, and flexible early childhood educator to engage children ages 2 years nine months through 5 years in developmentally appropriate lessons and activities in this high-quality program. Lead Teachers work closely with Assistant Teachers, Teachers’ Aides, and the Program Coordinator, and are responsible for providing and maintaining a nurturing, consistent environment that meets the children’s cognitive, emotional, social, and physical needs. Responsibilities include: • Supporting the mission, philosophy, and core values of the ELC • Planning and implementing educational activities and experiences • Conducting child observations and developmental assessments • Preparing lesson plans • Preparing reports and portfolios • Conducting conferences with parents • Supervising the classroom team of assistants and aides • Maintaining strong partnerships with families • Preparing and maintaining a classroom environment that supports inquiry and discovery • Assuring a safe and secure environment • Engaging in ongoing professional development through attendance at conferences and participation in early childhood courses
The ideal candidate will have at least three years of classroom experience in an early childhood program. A bachelor’s degree in child development, psychology and/or early childhood education is required; supervisory experience is preferred. Candidates should have strong verbal and written communication skills and enjoy working in a shared and cooperative environment. The ELC seeks candidates who will reflect and enhance the racial, ethnic, cultural, and gender diversity of the Fay School community.
Salary to be determined based on experience.
Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, and list of three references via email with the subject line “ELC Lead Teacher” to fayjobs@fayschool.org.
Fay School is excited to announce the launch of The Early Learning Center at Fay School, an early childhood program for children ages two years, nine months through age five. The program will open in September 2017. The Early Learning Center at Fay School represents the evolution of Fay’s Pre-Kindergarten program, which began in 2010. While retaining many of the distinguishing features of Fay’s Pre-K program, including outstanding teachers, small class sizes, a beautiful campus, and a joyful, nurturing, structured setting, the new program will include younger children and will expand coverage to better meet the needs of busy families. Please visit our web site for more information: https://earlylearningcenter.fayschool.org/page
Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, and list of three references via email with the subject line “ELC Lead Teacher” to fayjobs@fayschool.org.
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