Lead Teacher - Senior Preschool | Braeside

Job summary

Lead the classroom learning program by planning and executing engaging weekly lessons for preschool children. Observe student progress, share updates with families, and collaborate with other educators to maintain a safe and welcoming environment.

Job details

OVERVIEW: You know the difference a great teacher makes. At Fueling Brains Academies, you’ll lead the learning in your classroom, bring your ideas to life, and help preschoolers build the confidence and skills they’ll carry into kindergarten. We’re hiring two Lead Teachers at Braeside. Each position has a different teaching focus: Pondering Pines - creative learning: Bring imagination, storytelling, visual learning and sensory exploration into children’s day. Roaring Redwoods - movement: Use active play and movement experiences to develop coordination, body awareness and confidence. These homerooms primarily serve children aged three, four and five, respectively. Each Lead Teacher also plans and teaches for all three preschool groups throughout the week, adapting activities to children’s ages and needs. WHAT YOU'LL DO: Lead your classroom’s learning program and plan to engage weekly lessons. Guide children’s learning, observe their progress and share it with families. Work with fellow educators to create a safe, welcoming classroom where every child can participate and grow. WHAT YOU'LL BRING: Alberta Level 2 or Level 3 Early Childhood Educator certification; Level 3 is preferred. Experience teaching preschool children and planning age-appropriate activities. The confidence to lead a classroom, collaborate with other educators and build strong relationships with families. A vulnerable sector check and Emergency Child Care First Aid and CPR are required for the role. Tell us which teaching focus interests you most when you apply. You can select more than one; we’ll explore the best fit together during the interview process.

What you’ll do

Lead the classroom learning program by planning and executing engaging weekly lessons for preschool children. Observe student progress, share updates with families, and collaborate with other educators to maintain a safe and welcoming environment.

Requirements

Requires an Alberta Level 2 or Level 3 Early Childhood Educator certification and experience in planning age-appropriate activities. Candidates must also possess a vulnerable sector check and current Emergency Child Care First Aid and CPR certification.

Listed skills

• Classroom management · Preferred
• Collaboration · Preferred
• Relationship Building · Preferred
• First Aid · Preferred
• CPR · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Early childhood education
• Classroom management
• Lesson planning
• Child development
• Active play
• Sensory exploration
• Storytelling
• Visual learning
• Collaboration
• Relationship building
• First aid
• CPR
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification
• First Aid Certification
• Planning
• Teaching
• Imagination
• Preschool Education
• Coordinating

Job areas

• Education
• Social Services
• Preschool Teacher
• Preschool / Childcare Teacher
• Early Childhood Educators
• Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education

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