Nature Preschool Lead Teacher/Site Administrator

1. Regular and predictable attendance is expected and required. All Cleveland Metroparks employees must be prepared to work flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends, and/or holidays as required.
2. Implements Nature-based Preschool's philosophy, policies, and procedures and evaluate and update as needed.
3. Oversees the implementation and development of Nature-based Preschool curriculum and creative curriculum. Provides developmentally appropriate play in both outdoor and classroom environments. Evaluates and makes recommendations for improvement, as needed.
4. Oversees the implementation of Nature-based Preschool Summer Camp series.
5. Ensures the following administrative duties are performed: financial feasibility, purchasing in accordance with Park District policies and guidelines, internal marketing and customer service (enrollment tours and parent engagement), maintaining staff and student files (including records of attendance, statistics and other reports), and maintaining state of Ohio licensing and other statutory regulations.
6. Communicates with the Nature Preschool Administrator and the appropriate support team members concerning administrative, operational, and personnel matters as needed.
7. Ensures the health, safety and well-being of students through site surveys and daily check-ins with students; Develops and implements on-going evaluation methods designed to aid in the creation of individualized growth plans for each student that can be shared with parents; documents the learning and development that occurs in the classroom using a variety of methods for both internal and external use; and maintains clear communications with fellow staff, interns, students, and their families to achieve common goals and avoid potential conflicts.
8. Promotes a close relationship with parents through daily, weekly, and monthly communications by conducting regular meetings, phone calls, and parent conferences during and outside of class time and ensures families feel that their traditions, experiences, and individual needs are reflected through all aspects of the program.
9. Generates weekly lesson plans that focus on students' interest.
10. Assists the Nature Preschool Program Administrator with the training and supervision of seasonal/variable teaching staff and volunteers.
11. Maintains State of Ohio training requirements and provides opportunities for staff to obtain professional development.
12. Monitors safety concerns and adheres to Cleveland Metroparks Health and Safety procedures to ensure the health and safety of children, parents, and staff.
13. Determines program needs for individuals with disabilities.
14. Assists with daily tasks such as receiving and aiding in dressing and undressing for outdoor play, snack preparation, cleaning, etc.
15. Preparing, cleaning up and maintaining teaching supplies and supporting materials in a well-organized and efficient manner.
16. Keeps direct supervisor promptly informed of key/significant issues or concerns.
17. Carries out duties and responsibilities in a safe and efficient manner to maintain a safe work environment and surrounding area for oneself, co-workers and public. Responds to hazardous situations and/or potentially unsafe conditions by taking corrective action as capable and promptly notifying supervisory personnel.
18. Updates and enhances own knowledge by involvement in continuing education for professional growth (i.e., attends relevant conferences, seminars, in-service trainings, and certification programs)
19. Actively participates in long- and short-term planning. Communicates to assure initiatives are compatible with divisional goals and Park District mission. Participates in district-wide planning as directed.
20. Performs related duties as assigned or apparent.

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