GA Pre-K Lead Teacher

The Lead GA Pre-K Teacher must meet all licensing qualifications for the state of Georgia. He or she is accountable and reports to the Project and Site Directors of DayStar Christian Academy. He or she must undergo annual performance evaluations and complete state-mandated professional development/trainings. He or she is responsible for the expressed duties and responsibilities below and other duties as assigned.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The primary role of the Lead GA Pre-K Teacher is the teaching and learning of pre-school age children participating in the Bright from the Start lottery-funded pre-K program and interact with their parents/families. Other duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Display a strong ability to teach children at various developmental and cognitive skills levels.
• Be able to create lesson plans that are developmentally appropriate.
• Work with the Assistant GA Pre-K Teacher to maintain and report the academic progress of each child.
• Has the ability to work with the Assistant GA Pre-K Teacher to maintain a clean/sanitized, safe, structured, and healthy environment inside and outside of the classroom, throughout the building, and on the playground.
• Be aware of child abuse, neglect, and licensing regulations and immediately report any signs of abuse or neglect to the Site Director.
• Immediately document and report any incidents or accidents, including injuries, inappropriate behaviors, or suspected abuse/neglect to the Site Director.
• Be able to administer first aid, CPR, or promptly respond to an emergency involving a child at any given moment.
• Meet all reporting, processing, and submission deadlines given.
• Work collaboratively with the Assistant GA Pre-K Teacher to create and keep an aesthetically appealing room, including bulletin and parent boards with important announcements and information for parents and children.
• Be flexible and willing to serve in other capacities if needed.
• Give parents sufficient notice of any supplies needed to efficiently care for their children.
• Complete all required training.
• Display a positive and professional attitude and behavior at all times.
• Maintain prompt hours/schedule and notify the Site Director in the event of tardiness or illness.
• Maintain a neat and well-groomed appearance according to personnel policies.
• Attend all scheduled staff meetings.
• Follow all personnel policies and procedures outlined in the DayStar Christian Academy staff handbook.