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The Lamplighter School

Faculty - Early Childhood

The Lamplighter School, Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215

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Reports to :

Assistant Head for Teaching & Learning in Early Childhood

FLSA Status :

Salaried, Exempt

Work Schedule :

Full-time; School year

Position Overview Under the supervision of the Assistant Head for Teaching & Learning in Early Childhood, the Early Childhood Teacher (Pre-K or Kindergarten) will plan, develop, and implement an effective instructional program to maintain a classroom environment that supports each student’s social, emotional, and cognitive growth and development in accordance with the policies and philosophy of The Lamplighter School. The Early Childhood Teacher will also collaborate with colleagues while maintaining a positive team attitude.

Job Responsibilities

Plan, develop, and implement creative, hands‑on, and joyful curriculum with the grade level team for use in the classroom

Create a nurturing and inclusive classroom environment for all students

Prepare and update lesson plans and curriculum maps for assigned subject areas

Revise and modify curriculum accordingly throughout the year, as necessary

Utilize curricula that reflect the diverse educational, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds of the students served

Cultivate effective professional relationships with students, parents, and colleagues

Create positive educational climate for students to learn in

Attend all required school meetings and public‑relations events, including participate in school committees and extracurricular activities as required

Engage in professional development to stay abreast of current topics in education

Fulfill expectations for report writing and assessment of student work and progress

Understand and support The Lamplighter School commitment to diversity and inclusion

Perform all other related duties as assigned

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred

Experience teaching in a Pre‑K – Kindergarten classroom preferred

Experience in designing curriculum

Job Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Demonstrate thorough knowledge of teaching practices and a commitment to teaching within a caring, highly academic environment

Knowledge of current trends and research in early childhood learning

Strong organizational skills

Willingness to work in a collaborative, team environment

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Familiar with current effective / research‑based technological pedagogical knowledge and practices

Physical Demands

Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds on occasion

Grasp, reach, and manipulate objects with hands for an extended period of time

Periodically bend, squat, kneel, twist and reach above the shoulders

Work intermittently in outside weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold

Disclaimer: The job responsibilities outlined in this document are not exhaustive and may be amended at the sole discretion of the Head of School.

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