Job Description:

The Lead Preschool Teacher holds the responsibility for planning and executing daily lessons to educate young children while ensuring their development and safety. They are expected to maintain respect for both children and parents, ensuring that all equipment and facilities are clean, safe, and well-maintained by promptly reporting any issues to the School Director or Director of Administration. Neglecting this duty may jeopardize the safety of the children under their care.

Responsibilities:

Develop and Implement Preschool Program:

• Plan and execute activities that cater to the physical, emotional, intellectual, and social needs of the children.

• Provide weekly lesson plans to the director and communicate with parents through newsletters, notes, emails, or Brightwheel messages.

• Design activities that integrate math, literacy, and Bible teachings, emphasizing hands-on experiences.

• Establish and enforce policies and procedures, including disciplinary measures and emergency protocols.

Supervise Children:

• Ensure constant supervision of children during restroom breaks, recess, classroom activities, and lunchtime.

• Comfort children when necessary, addressing both physical and emotional needs.

• Establish consistent routines and employ positive guidance and disciplinary techniques.

• Communicate effectively with children, periodically assessing their progress and providing feedback to parents.

Communicate with Parents:

• Engage in discussions with parents about their children's development via Brightwheel, email, phone calls, or scheduled meetings.

• Keep the School Director informed about any significant issues or concerns before parent meetings.

• Maintain regular communication with parents through email and Brightwheel messages, providing both positive and constructive feedback.

Maintain Program Administration:

• Inform parents about classroom expectations, school programs, and activities, supplementing information provided by the office.

• Maintain accurate and confidential student records.

• Monitor teacher budget and personal leave balances, submitting time sheets and leave requests on time.

• Notify the School Director or Director of Administration promptly in case of illness or absence.

• Adhere to personnel policies and school rules as outlined in the handbook.

Personal Attributes:

In addition to fulfilling their duties, the Lead Preschool Teacher must exhibit certain personal attributes, including:

• Respectfulness towards colleagues, parents, and caregivers.

• Cultural awareness and sensitivity.

• Flexibility in adapting to changing circumstances.

• Demonstrating punctuality, responsibility, and sound work ethics.

• Consistency, fairness, compassion, and understanding in interactions.

• The ability to foster self-esteem in others, including students.

The Lead Preschool Teacher plays a vital role in the educational and emotional development of young children and is expected to embody these attributes in their daily interactions.

Job Description:

The Lead Preschool Teacher holds the responsibility for planning and executing daily lessons to educate young children while ensuring their development and safety. They are expected to maintain respect for both children and parents, ensuring that all equipment and facilities are clean, safe, and well-maintained by promptly reporting any issues to the School Director or Director of Administration. Neglecting this duty may jeopardize the safety of the children under their care.

Responsibilities:

Develop and Implement Preschool Program:

• Plan and execute activities that cater to the physical, emotional, intellectual, and social needs of the children.

• Provide weekly lesson plans to the director and communicate with parents through newsletters, notes, emails, or Brightwheel messages.

• Design activities that integrate math, literacy, and Bible teachings, emphasizing hands-on experiences.

• Establish and enforce policies and procedures, including disciplinary measures and emergency protocols.

Supervise Children:

• Ensure constant supervision of children during restroom breaks, recess, classroom activities, and lunchtime.

• Comfort children when necessary, addressing both physical and emotional needs.

• Establish consistent routines and employ positive guidance and disciplinary techniques.

• Communicate effectively with children, periodically assessing their progress and providing feedback to parents.

Communicate with Parents:

• Engage in discussions with parents about their children's development via Brightwheel, email, phone calls, or scheduled meetings.

• Keep the School Director informed about any significant issues or concerns before parent meetings.

• Maintain regular communication with parents through email and Brightwheel messages, providing both positive and constructive feedback.

Maintain Program Administration:

• Inform parents about classroom expectations, school programs, and activities, supplementing information provided by the office.

• Maintain accurate and confidential student records.

• Monitor teacher budget and personal leave balances, submitting time sheets and leave requests on time.

• Notify the School Director or Director of Administration promptly in case of illness or absence.

• Adhere to personnel policies and school rules as outlined in the handbook.

Personal Attributes:

In addition to fulfilling their duties, the Lead Preschool Teacher must exhibit certain personal attributes, including:

• Respectfulness towards colleagues, parents, and caregivers.

• Cultural awareness and sensitivity.

• Flexibility in adapting to changing circumstances.

• Demonstrating punctuality, responsibility, and sound work ethics.

• Consistency, fairness, compassion, and understanding in interactions.

• The ability to foster self-esteem in others, including students.

The Lead Preschool Teacher plays a vital role in the educational and emotional development of young children and is expected to embody these attributes in their daily interactions.

Job Description:

Cooks employed at Outlook Christian Preschool are responsible for maintaining full oversight over the food program in all its various aspects. Under the general supervision of the director, cooks ensure compliance with all existing public-health regulations and child-care food guidelines.

Skills Needed:

• Basic mathematical skills and accurate record-keeping

• Ability to work safely around stoves, equipment, and possibly some chemicals

• Physical endurance to spend many hours standing, walking, and lifting heavy objects

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Meal preparation, hygiene maintenance, food distribution to classrooms, and sanitation

• Creating and maintaining all food-related purchasing and inventory records

• Working cooperatively with other staff members, students, and parents

• Collaborating with the director to develop menu changes

• Providing substitute meals for children with special dietary requirements

• Maintaining cleanliness in both the kitchen and storage areas, including ovens, sinks, pantries, and refrigerators, ensuring regular sanitization

Daily Working Conditions/Possible Hazards:

• Preparing recipes, slicing vegetables, and working over hot stoves may pose risks of burns or injuries if cooking utensils, knives, or machinery are mishandled

• Transitioning between the main kitchen and warming kitchen, with additional equipment provided (carts, steam table, portable warming oven)

• Hazards in food-preparation areas such as slippery floors, moving objects, and uneven surfaces, with caution needed when handling hot sanitizer

• Noisy working environment where communication may require shouting over machinery and equipment noise

Outlook Christian Preschool is committed to providing a safe and supportive working environment. Proper training and safety protocols will be provided to mitigate risks associated with the job.