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Fincastle Preschool has a lead teacher opening–apply now

Fincastle Preschool is currently hiring a new Lead Teacher. This part-time, 9 month salaried position  is responsible for teaching our 4 year old program aimed at preparing our students for Kindergarten. Classes are Tuesday through Thursday from 7:30 AM to 2:30 PM. Qualified candidates have the following qualifications:

  1. 3-5 years experience working with young children (preferably in a preschool setting),
  2. An Associates Degree in Child Development or a Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Education or a closely related field are preferred.
  3. We are looking for someone who can plan creative ways to develop Kindergarten Readiness skills through hands-on projects and play based learning opportunities.
  4. Lead Teachers must be able to write lesson plans that incorporate different aspects of early childhood development into our play based environment.
  5. Lead Teachers will be responsible for creating a safe and engaging learning environment/classroom community together with their Assistant Teacher.

Qualified candidates should send his/her resume and references to the preschool email at fincastlepreschool@yahoo.com or reach out by phone (540)-520-7826.

Editor’s Note: Fincastle Preschool is a local non-profit preschool located at Fincastle United Methodist Church on Church Street in Fincastle. From time to time, the Botetourt Bee offers a free spotlight for Botetourt non-profits in an arena other than news! This one highlights a lead teacher opening.