Lead Teacher

Summary

Villa's Childcare Center is seeking a passionate and experienced Lead Teacher to join our team. The Lead Teacher will be responsible for creating a nurturing and engaging learning environment, developing and implementing age-appropriate lesson plans, and fostering the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development of children.

This role requires strong leadership skills, excellent communication, and a commitment to upholding our center's mission of providing high-quality childcare and education. The Lead Teacher will supervise and collaborate with assistant teachers, maintain classroom safety and organization, and build positive relationships with children, families, and staff.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and implement creative, developmentally appropriate curriculum and activities.
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment for children.
• Supervise and mentor assistant teachers to ensure smooth classroom operations.
• Maintain clear and respectful communication with families and staff.
• Ensure compliance with state licensing standards, health, and safety regulations.
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Join us at Villa’s Childcare Center and make a lasting impact in the lives of children and their families!

Duties

• Curriculum Planning and Implementation:
• Develop and execute daily lesson plans that align with the developmental needs and interests of the children.
• Incorporate creative and interactive activities that foster learning, exploration, and growth.
• Adapt teaching methods to accommodate the individual needs of each child.
• Classroom Management:
• Maintain a safe, organized, and welcoming classroom environment.
• Supervise children to ensure their safety and well-being at all times.
• Establish and enforce classroom rules to promote positive behavior and respect.
• Child Development and Assessment:
• Observe and document children’s progress, strengths, and areas for improvement.
• Conduct developmental assessments and communicate findings with parents during conferences or as needed.
• Provide support and strategies to help children reach developmental milestones.
• Leadership and Collaboration:
• Guide and mentor assistant teachers, ensuring teamwork and effective classroom operations.
• Model professionalism, patience, and positivity for staff and children.
• Collaborate with other teachers and the center's administration to create a cohesive and supportive learning environment.
• Family Engagement:
• Build and maintain strong relationships with families through regular communication.
• Provide updates on children’s progress, daily activities, and any concerns or achievements.
• Encourage family involvement in classroom activities, events, and parent-teacher conferences.
• Health, Safety, and Compliance:
• Ensure all children are supervised and accounted for at all times.
• Follow all licensing regulations and Villa’s Childcare Center policies.
• Maintain a clean and sanitized classroom, including toys, equipment, and learning materials.
• Professional Development:
• Participate in ongoing training and workshops to stay updated on best practices in early childhood education.
• Maintain required certifications, such as CPR, First Aid, and continuing education credits.
• Administrative Responsibilities:
• Maintain accurate attendance, incident reports, and other required documentation.
• Assist with the enrollment process and orientation for new children and families.
• Attend staff meetings and contribute to the center’s overall success.
• Creative and Inclusive Practices:
• Foster an environment that celebrates diversity and encourages inclusion.
• Use creative teaching strategies to engage children of all abilities and backgrounds.
• Other Duties as Assigned:
• Support other classrooms and teachers as needed.
• Participate in center-wide events and activities.
• Contribute ideas to enhance the quality of the childcare program.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in early childhood education (preferred 3+ years).
• Registry Level (Wisconsin Early Childhood Career Levels) 12 or higher preferred.
• Strong organizational and leadership skills.
• Passion for early childhood education and child development.
• Willing to take additional regulatory training.

Benefits

• Paid holidays
• Paid Vacation