We seek a dedicated Lead Teacher to join our early childhood education team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for nurturing the development of young children aged 2-3 years. This role involves creating a safe, engaging, and stimulating environment that supports our students' social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development.
Key Responsibilities: Being Kind and empathetic, followed by
Curriculum Development: Plan, implement, and assess a developmentally appropriate curriculum that meets the needs and interests of children aged 2-3 years. Incorporate activities that promote language, motor skills, and social-emotional development.
Classroom Management: Maintain a positive, structured classroom environment. Establish clear routines and expectations to support the children’s growth and ensure a respectful, inclusive atmosphere.
Parental Engagement: Build strong relationships with parents and guardians. Provide regular updates on their child's progress and offer guidance on supporting their child's development at home.
Safety and Health: Ensure a safe and clean classroom environment. Follow all health and safety protocols, including hygiene, food handling, and emergency procedures.
Team Collaboration: Work closely with assistant teachers and other staff members to deliver high-quality educational experiences. Support a team approach to classroom management and curriculum planning.
Qualifications:
Education:
- Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field preferred.
- Relevant certifications or licenses in early childhood education are advantageous.
- GROW NJ KIDS training experience is a plus.
- CDA
Experience:
- Minimum of one year of experience working with children aged 2-4 years in a classroom setting.
- Proven ability to implement The Creative Curriculum effectively.
Skills: Patience, Empathetic and kind
- Strong understanding of early childhood development principles.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to create engaging and age-appropriate learning activities.
Certifications:
- CPR and First Aid certification required or willingness to obtain.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
- Capacity to sit on the floor, kneel, and engage in physical activities with children
- Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and references to [application email or submission instructions]. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
The Anchored School is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
About Us
The Anchored School is a peer to peer learner driven community that delivers a holistic, meaningful environment modeled after a personalized learning approach to education. We focus on core academic skills through mastery of reading, writing and math. Using the socratic method we hone critical thinking and speaking abilities which are utilized through hands on projects.
What is Microschool?
- Small class sizes; very individualized and hands-on instruction.
- Highly personalized education that caters to a child’s unique needs and capabilities.
- Project-based learning
- Multiple ages learn together in a single classroom.
- Teachers act more as guides than lecturers.
Our Mission
The Anchored School is committed to providing children with a life long love of learning, discovery, respect and confidence.
Our Vision
We believe in a wholistic approach to education that promotes free-thinking, and values the child as an individual.
Our Method
- Is purposefully designed with the child in mind.
- Values every child as unique and deserving of an education that is tailored to their individual strength, interests, and learning styles.
- Uses the hands on approach to learning through real world projects that promote critical thinking.
- Free from restrictive policies which limit children’s growth academically and personally.
- Recognizes the child as an integral part of a learners community.
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