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Explore & Grow Lead Teacher   | Job Description Responsible to:  Program Director Working Relationships:  Explore & Grow Team Scope of Position:  The Lead Teacher plans and implements developmentally appropriate activities for the children in their classroom on a weekly basis.  He or she is also responsible for maintaining a safe, nurturing and educational environment, while working cooperatively with parents and staff. Time Commitment:   Full Time/40 hours per week               Classification:  Hourly, non-exempt Typical Duties: • Oversee the planning and implementation of appropriate activities for the children each week in science, math, art, language, music, religion, motor development and multi-cultural projects. • Incorporate worship, Bible stories, and scripture into the classroom • Prepare and submit weekly lesson plans for review to the Director prior to posting • Create a safe, nurturing and positive learning environment • Maintain discipline in the classroom while treating the children with kindness, dignity and respect (abiding by the Licensing Rules for Childcare Centers) • Set clear, fair and consistent limits for the children as outlined in the Parent Handbook • Help the children with conflict resolution strategies through modeling skills and problem-solving skills • Maintain appearance, décor and safe learning environment for the classroom • Be responsible for student assessments, observations and conduct parent-teacher conferences • Greet and engage in positive interactions with parents, children and other guests • Attend staff meetings, parent functions, and outreach events as requested by the Director • Take attendance daily, including meal sheets, or delegate this to the Classroom Assistant • Eat meals together and interact with the children • Administer medication as needed • Communicate with families daily on the electronic app. • Supervise the class on the playground, in the gym, at specials and on field trips. • Ensure that all state regulations are followed pertaining to the children and the classroom. • Purchase small teaching supplies for the classroom and submit receipts • Meet with the classroom assistants for evaluations, goal setting, team planning and delegation of duties. • Meet with the Director regularly for evaluation and goal setting. • Attend required annual training and CPR. Position Requirements: • Must have a love and willingness to serve children and their families. • Must be a committed Christian living a life of obedience to Christ. • Must be 19 • Must have a high school diploma or GED • Must have one of the following: A valid child development associate credential, monetessori credential, infant family associate credential, associate degree or higher in a field of study • Previous Child Care Experience • CPR, Safe Sleep, and Blood Born Pathogen Training annually • State required training and professional development NOTE:   This document describes typical duties and responsibilities and is not intended to limit Kentwood Community Church from assigning other work as needed.