Lead Teacher job summary
A good job description starts with an attention-grabbing summary of the position and its role within your company. Your summary should provide an overview of your company and expectations for the position. Outline the types of activities and responsibilities required for the job so job seekers can determine if they are qualified, or if the job is suitable for them.
Example of a Lead Teacher job summary
Our teachers are passionate about the intellectual and emotional development of children, and we are currently in search of an equally passionate and enthusiastic Lead Teacher to join our child care team. The Lead Teacher will be responsible for maintaining a positive and appropriate educational environment, and creating a program that meets the intellectual and emotional needs of all of our children. The successful candidate will work closely with the Educational Director to ensure our program provides education, physical health, emotional well-being and parental involvement services to all enrolled students.
Lead Teacher responsibilities and duties
The responsibilities and duties section is the most important part of the job description. Here you should outline the functions this position will perform on a regular basis, how the job functions within the organization and the title of the manager the person will report to.
- Create a developmentally appropriate program for our students
- Develop weekly lesson plans, activities and class set-ups
- Assess children’s needs and development
- Work closely with families to encourage mutual cooperation
- Provide guidance to instructional staff to help resolve issues with students when necessary
- Ensure the safety of all children in our program
- Closely follow licensing regulations related to child care
Lead Teacher qualifications and skills
Next, outline the required and preferred skills for your position. This may include education, previous job experience, certifications and technical skills. You may also include soft skills and personality traits that you expect from a successful candidate. While it may be tempting to include a long list of skills and requirements, including too many could dissuade qualified candidates from applying. Keep your list of qualifications concise, but provide enough detail with relevant keywords and terms.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development or related field
- Valid EEC certification
- 2+ years’ experience in teaching capacity and lesson planning
- Passionate about the development and well-being of children
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills