Pre-K4 Lead Teacher
Summary Calvary Chapel Christian Academy is seeking a strong, faith-aligned Pre-K4 Lead Teacher to serve as the instructional and classroom leader for our Pre-K4 classroom. This role is responsible for creating a structured, nurturing, and Christ-centered classroom environment that promotes school readiness, positive behavior, student growth, and strong family partnership. The Pre-K4 Lead Teacher is expected to plan and deliver developmentally appropriate instruction that prepares students academically, socially, emotionally, and spiritually for continued success in the academy setting. At Calvary Chapel Christian Academy, we are committed to academic excellence, servant leadership, and a school culture shaped by our REACH mantra: Reach Up, In, Around, and Out . We are looking for an educator who will support and uphold the Christian mission of the academy, model Christ-like character, and contribute to a positive, professional, and mission-driven learning environment. Duties
- Serve as the lead instructional adult and primary classroom leader for the Pre-K4 classroom.
- Plan and deliver high-quality, developmentally appropriate instruction aligned with Abeka, Bob Jones, and applicable Virginia Standards of Learning expectations.
- Develop weekly lesson plans and maintain organized instructional planning documents for review and submission as required.
- Create and maintain a structured, orderly, and nurturing classroom environment that supports learning, safety, positive behavior, and kindergarten readiness.
- Lead daily classroom routines, transitions, instructional periods, center time, meals, rest periods, and enrichment activities in an organized and developmentally appropriate manner.
- Monitor student understanding throughout instruction and adjust pacing, supports, or strategies when reinforcement is needed.
- Support foundational academic growth in early literacy, language development, numeracy, fine motor development, critical thinking, and classroom participation.
- Integrate Christian values, prayer, scripture, and Christ-centered character formation into daily classroom life in age-appropriate ways.
- Track and monitor student progress using IXL, iReady, assessments, observations, and other academy-approved tools to support instructional planning and student growth.
- Maintain updated records related to student progress, behavior concerns, classroom communications, and required documentation.
- Communicate professionally and consistently with families regarding student progress, classroom expectations, and concerns.
- Provide daily guidance, mentoring, and supervision to assistant teachers assigned to the classroom to ensure consistency, professionalism, safety, and instructional alignment.
- Attend and actively participate in instructional coaching sessions, professional development, and Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) .
- Maintain current substitute plans and follow academy protocols for attendance, call-ins, and continuity of instruction when absences occur.
- Model servant leadership, professionalism, and Christ-like conduct in all interactions with students, families, coworkers, and leadership.
- Bachelor’s degree in education or a related field preferred; candidates with relevant teaching experience and demonstrated instructional ability will also be considered.
- Experience teaching young children in a classroom setting preferred.
- Ability to plan and deliver strong Pre-K4 instruction that supports kindergarten readiness and student development.
- Strong classroom management, organization, communication, and instructional planning skills.
- Ability to supervise students actively and maintain a safe, structured, and engaging classroom environment.
- Ability to mentor and direct assistant teachers within the classroom.
- Ability to use curriculum, assessment data, and student progress tracking to support learning outcomes.
- Ability to maintain lesson plans, student records, and classroom documentation consistently.
- Ability to support and uphold the Christian mission of Calvary Chapel Christian Academy and contribute to a Christ-centered environment.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, lift classroom materials, supervise students indoors and outdoors, and remain active throughout the workday.
- Experience with Abeka, Bob Jones, and Virginia SOL alignment
- Experience using IXL and iReady
- Strong parent communication skills
- Experience participating in PLCs and instructional coaching
- Experience leading an assistant teacher or classroom support staff
- Ability to lead with both warmth and structure
Christ-centered work environment
Supportive school leadership
Professional growth and development opportunities
Opportunity to make a lasting impact in the lives of students and families
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