Lead Toddler Teacher Position

Summary

We have a position available for a lead Toddler teacher. The Lead Teacher supports the other staff and the Director by helping to create a caring and safe environment for the children and assisting in activities to improve the overall care and quality of education. You must be able to communicate, listen and work well with others in a team environment. Assisting the staff in implementing a quality educational program and in developing positive relationships with the children and their parents, the Lead Teacher observes and documents children's interest and progress, and relays that information back to parents and staff. Lead Teachers are responsible for implementing developmentally appropriate activities based on children's interests and needs under the direction of the Director.

Duties

• Develop a careful and creative program suitable for preschool children
• Employ a variety of educational techniques (storytelling, educational play, media etc.) to teach children
• Observe each child to help them improve their social competencies and build self-esteem
• Encourage children to interact with each other and resolve occasional arguments
• Guide children to develop their artistic and practical capabilities through a carefully constructed curriculum (identify shapes, numbers or colors, do crafts etc.)
• Organize nap and snack hours and supervise children to ensure they are safe at all times
• Track children's progress and report to parents
• Communicate with parents regularly to understand the children's background and psyche
• Collaborate with other educators
• Maintain a clean and tidy classroom consistent with health and safety standards

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Preschool Teacher (preferred)
• Excellent understanding of the principles of child development and preschool educational methods
• Familiarity with safety and sanitation guidelines for classrooms
• Excellent communication and instructional skills
• Ability to act as mediator between children
• Cool-tempered, friendly and reliable
• Balance between a creative mind and a practical acumen
• Certification in child CPR or able to be certified upon hire.

Benefits

• 401(k) Matched
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Discounts
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Sick Time
• Paid Training