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Kiddie Academy of Midtown is a premier provider of quality child care and preschool education, offering programs for children from infants to 5 years of age. Our staff is highly trained and certified in early childhood education, with many holding advanced degrees in early childhood development or related fields. Our flexible, standards-based curriculum encourages children to progress in school and in life, with a focus on developing positive character traits within a nurturing learning environment.

If you share our passion for helping children learn and grow, a career at Kiddie Academy of Midtown might be the perfect fit for you. Here, you'll have the opportunity to grow your career, make a meaningful difference in your community, and help prepare children for life. We are seeking an energetic, optimistic, and inspiring Pre-K Lead Teacher to join our passionate team.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and implement classroom lesson plans, programs, and schedules; develop and prepare instructional aids and materials for classroom activities
• Physically arrange the classroom into well-defined interest areas and ensure that all classroom and outdoor equipment are in good working condition and properly maintained
• Assist and supervise children during play-based, center-based activities, encouraging children to learn naturally and fostering curiosity
• Counsel children when social, academic, or adjustment problems arise
• Communicate appropriate information to parents and maintain developmental profiles for children; schedule and conduct parent/teacher conferences throughout the year
• Complete all academy and classroom paperwork, such as daily notes, student accident reports, and attendance reports
• Maintain the family information board and other classroom bulletin boards; ensure the classroom medication schedule is followed
• Ensure that the appearance, cleanliness, and safe environment of the classroom are appropriately maintained
• Direct activities of other staff in the classroom to ensure that the classroom functions in an orderly manner
• Attend and participate in staff meetings, academy events, and parent meetings as requested

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field preferred; Child Development Associate (CDA) credential accepted
• Prior experience in a licensed childcare or preschool setting preferred
• Must be able to interact appropriately with students of all ages and skill levels, as well as with parents, coworkers, and management
• Must be able to lift no less than 40 pounds consistently throughout the workday to at least waist height
• Must pass a complete background check to be eligible for this position
• Must meet Georgia state pre-service training requirements

Why Join Us?

When you join Kiddie Academy of Midtown, you get so much more than smiles and hugs from children and praise from parents. We welcome your personality, passions, and talents into our classrooms and offer a space for you to grow your career in whatever direction you choose.