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If you are passionate about education and love working with children, then this VPK Lead Teacher position is the job for you!

The VPK Lead Teacher is responsible for instructing children in activities designed to promote social, emotional, physical, and intellectual growth.

The Discovery Tree Academy expects our teachers to work as a team to make our school a great place to grow and learn. Our mission is to encourage the “why” in children. Teachers at our school are caring and creative. Our classrooms are warm, welcoming, safe and fun places to learn.

Lead Teacher Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work with other teachers and the leadership team to develop creative, fun, and age-appropriate lessons using the FunnyDaffer curriculum.
• Prepare for lessons by gathering materials or setting up activities.
• Read stories and lead students through literacy activities.
• Engage and encourage students to use their language skills; develop social skills and manners.
• Support and engage with children during their playtime and physical activities.
• Strategically work with individual students or small groups of students to reinforce or extend learning.
• Enforce school-wide safety procedures, discipline policy, and philosophy of care.
• Supervise students in class, during transitions, lunch, and play periods.
• Ensure space and shared toys are clean, sanitized, and orderly.
• Document student developments and progress to share with parents.

Preschool Teacher Requirements and Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Child Development Associate or equivalent preferred.
• 45 hours of DCF training
• VPK Literacy courses preferred
• 1+ years of experience working with young children
• Must meet all state licensure requirements
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Competitive hourly rates.
• A.P.P.L.E. required low student/teacher ratios
• Flexible work schedule
• Relevant professional training
• Unique experiences and opportunities for advancement
• Fun, warm, and creative school environment.