Employment Opportunities

Lead Teacher – FriendShip Preschool

FriendShip Preschool is seeking a loving, creative, and flexible individual with teaching experience to serve as a Lead Teacher in our FriendShip I program.

About FriendShip Preschool

Our mission is to provide our community with a high-quality early childhood program in a Christian setting that promotes social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development in young children. We use play as the primary means of learning and growth while fostering discovery, friendships, and a joyful preschool experience.

Position Responsibilities

• Plan and implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum
• Assess the developmental, emotional, and educational needs of children
• Create a safe, nurturing, and engaging classroom environment
• Build strong partnerships with parents and caregivers
• Collaborate with the Classroom Assistant and other FriendShip Preschool staff, especially those sharing classroom space

Qualifications

• Degree in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, or Child Development
• Previous experience working with preschool-aged children and families
• Required clearances:
  • Child Abuse Clearance (CY113)
  • Pennsylvania Criminal Record Check (SP4-164)
  • FBI Fingerprint Clearance
• First Aid and CPR certification (or willingness to obtain certification prior to the start of the school year)

Schedule

• Tuesday & Thursday: 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. (September–May)
• Friday: 8:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m. (January–May)
• FriendShip Preschool follows a traditional school-year calendar.

How to Apply

Please submit a cover letter and resume to:

Erin Leghorn
Director, FriendShip Preschool
eleghorn@sewickleypresby.org

FriendShip Preschool
414 Grant Street
Sewickley, PA 15143