Business Services & Consulting • Cleveland, OH 44101
Transitional Pre-Kindergarten Lead Teacher
Cleveland, OH 44101On-sitePosted 1 day ago
Business Services & Consulting
About the Role
Transitional Pre-Kindergarten Lead Teacher
Clever Bee Academy is looking for an enthusiastic, nurturing, and organized Transitional Pre-K Lead Teacher to join our team! This role is perfect for someone passionate about early childhood education and helping children make a smooth, confident transition to kindergarten.
As the TK Lead Teacher, you'll guide a classroom of 3-5-year-olds through daily learning experiences that build social, emotional, and academic skills. You'll work closely with an assistant teacher, families, and the Center Director to create a safe, joyful, and stimulating classroom environment.
What You'll Do • Lead a vibrant Pre-K classroom: Plan and deliver engaging lessons that foster creativity, curiosity, and kindergarten readiness. • Implement high-quality curriculum: Teach using Clever Bee Academy's chosen curriculum, integrating both Read It Again and Ready 4 Math as supplemental programs to strengthen early literacy and numeracy skills. • Support children's growth: Encourage emotional expression, autonomy, and positive behavior using proactive classroom strategies. • Create a great environment: Keep your classroom organized, welcoming, and conducive to hands-on learning. • Assess and individualize: Observe and document children's progress, conduct formal assessments, and tailor activities to each child's needs. • Partner with families: Build strong relationships, hold two parent-teacher conferences per year, and share regular updates through the Procare app. • Collaborate with your team: Work alongside the assistant teacher and center leadership to ensure high-quality programming that meets all licensing and SUTQ standards. • Maintain safety and structure: Supervise all activities, monitor health and hygiene, and maintain a consistent daily routine.
Qualifications • Education: • Career Pathways Level (CPL) 3 or higher required • Associate's or Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education • OR Bachelor's degree in a related field (child development, special education, elementary education, or human services field) with a minimum of 12 Early Childhood Education (ECE) credits plus experience • Certifications: CPR/First Aid and Mandated Reporting • Experience: Prior classroom experience with preschool or Pre-K children strongly preferred • Skills: • Strong written and verbal communication • Ability to use classroom technology (iPads, ProCare, etc.) • Positive, collaborative attitude with a love for teaching and learning • Physical requirements: Able to lift/carry up to 60 lbs, supervise children indoors and outdoors, and stay active throughout the day • Bonus: Bilingual (English/Spanish) candidates are encouraged to apply!
Why You'll Love Clever Bee Academy • Supportive leadership that values your ideas and growth • Professional development and advancement opportunities • A close-knit, family-like community that celebrates your impact • Competitive pay, consistent full-time schedule, and a rewarding career helping children reach their potential
Join us in shaping the next generation of confident, curious, and kind learners! Apply today to become a Transitional Pre-K Lead Teacher at Clever Bee Academy.
Transitional Pre-Kindergarten Lead Teacher
Clever Bee Academy is looking for an enthusiastic, nurturing, and organized Transitional Pre-K Lead Teacher to join our team! This role is perfect for someone passionate about early childhood education and helping children make a smooth, confident transition to kindergarten.
As the TK Lead Teacher, you'll guide a classroom of 3-5-year-olds through daily learning experiences that build social, emotional, and academic skills. You'll work closely with an assistant teacher, families, and the Center Director to create a safe, joyful, and stimulating classroom environment.
What You'll Do • Lead a vibrant Pre-K classroom: Plan and deliver engaging lessons that foster creativity, curiosity, and kindergarten readiness. • Implement high-quality curriculum: Teach using Clever Bee Academy's chosen curriculum, integrating both Read It Again and Ready 4 Math as supplemental programs to strengthen early literacy and numeracy skills. • Support children's growth: Encourage emotional expression, autonomy, and positive behavior using proactive classroom strategies. • Create a great environment: Keep your classroom organized, welcoming, and conducive to hands-on learning. • Assess and individualize: Observe and document children's progress, conduct formal assessments, and tailor activities to each child's needs. • Partner with families: Build strong relationships, hold two parent-teacher conferences per year, and share regular updates through the Procare app. • Collaborate with your team: Work alongside the assistant teacher and center leadership to ensure high-quality programming that meets all licensing and SUTQ standards. • Maintain safety and structure: Supervise all activities, monitor health and hygiene, and maintain a consistent daily routine.
Qualifications • Education: • Career Pathways Level (CPL) 3 or higher required • Associate's or Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education • OR Bachelor's degree in a related field (child development, special education, elementary education, or human services field) with a minimum of 12 Early Childhood Education (ECE) credits plus experience • Certifications: CPR/First Aid and Mandated Reporting • Experience: Prior classroom experience with preschool or Pre-K children strongly preferred • Skills: • Strong written and verbal communication • Ability to use classroom technology (iPads, ProCare, etc.) • Positive, collaborative attitude with a love for teaching and learning • Physical requirements: Able to lift/carry up to 60 lbs, supervise children indoors and outdoors, and stay active throughout the day • Bonus: Bilingual (English/Spanish) candidates are encouraged to apply!
Why You'll Love Clever Bee Academy • Supportive leadership that values your ideas and growth • Professional development and advancement opportunities • A close-knit, family-like community that celebrates your impact • Competitive pay, consistent full-time schedule, and a rewarding career helping children reach their potential
Join us in shaping the next generation of confident, curious, and kind learners! Apply today to become a Transitional Pre-K Lead Teacher at Clever Bee Academy.
What You'll Do
Transitional Pre-Kindergarten Lead Teacher Clever Bee Academy is looking for an enthusiastic, nurturing, and organized Transitional Pre-K Lead Teacher to join our team!
This role is perfect for someone passionate about early childhood education and helping children make a smooth, confident transition to kindergarten.
As the TK Lead Teacher, you'll guide a classroom of 3-5-year-olds through daily learning experiences that build social, emotional, and academic skills.
You'll work closely with an assistant teacher, families, and the Center Director to create a safe, joyful, and stimulating classroom environment.
