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Preschool Lead Teacher Resume FAQ

What should a lead teacher put on their resume?

A lead teacher’s resume should include sections on contact info, a professional summary, skills, education and work history.

The work history section starts with your most recent job and should touch upon the most critical duties and responsibilities of a lead teacher, which may include:

  • Overseeing the associate teacher and providing children with a safe and happy environment.
  • Completing paperwork for monthly attendance reports and DRDP forms for each child.
  • Planning and coordinating family engagement activities to foster teacher-family relationships.

How do you describe a lead teacher on a resume?

Lead teachers are in charge of maintaining a safe and happy environment for children in the classroom and addressing administrative needs, often acting as a liaison between their fellow teachers and the administration.

A good lead teacher's work description may include the following points:

  • Oversee children between 3-5 years old in one of four classrooms, preparing them for kindergarten.
  • Communicate daily with parents in written and verbal forms.
  • Mentor, support and coach the teaching fellow and teaching assistant in the classroom.

How do I describe my preschool teacher role on a resume?

You should describe your preschool teaching role in your professional summary (or resume objective) and throughout your work history section. Keep your summary brief but informative, highlighting your most relevant qualifications for the role. Here’s an example:

Empathetic preschool teacher with five years of experience managing small and large groups in the classroom. Skilled at developing lesson plans, communicating with parents, and supporting the academic and emotional development of the students. Two-time winner of the XYZ “Preschool Teacher Making a Difference” award for my lesson plans on improving problem-solving skills.

What are the duties of a lead preschool teacher?

Lead preschool teachers are responsible for fostering the learning and development of children in the classroom through a thoughtfully-designed curriculum. They must also keep the classroom neat, organized and safe while supervising the children's daily activities. Another critical task is keeping parents informed about their child’s progress and any social or learning issues. The ultimate goal is to prepare the kids for kindergarten.