Lead Teacher

Summary

Join a strong community where all we do is care-for the children and families we serve every day, as well as for our dedicated team members. Our people are our best asset. We listen and we know what you're looking for:

• You want benefits. We support you with a 100% childcare discount, access to benefits after probationary period, innovative health programs, and much more.
• You want balance. We offer flexible schedules that work for you, no weekends, the ability to bring your children to work with you, and paid time off.
• You want opportunity. We invest in your future with ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, credential assistance, and our unique Leveling Up Program.
• You want recognition. We provide a positive, fun workplace where employees are appreciated.

This is more than just a daycare job. It’s a journey, where you learn, grow, thrive—and play—every day. Being a teacher at a child care center is something special. We’re hiring and we want difference makers who will inspire children to become lifelong learners.

 As a Teacher, you are: 

•  Caring! Follow all licensing guidelines and company standards to ensure the daily care of every child in your classroom.
• Engaged! Develop your ability to accurately observe, assess, and plan for children, as well as effectively communicate with families. 
• Knowledgeable! Complete extensive training that provides insight on child care, preschool and development topics. 
• Creative! Implement our proprietary curriculum while creating fun, interactive learning experiences for the children.

 We want energetic, dependable, passionate individuals who are at least 18 and have: 

• Experience in a licensed childcare center or related field. 
• The ability to meet state requirements for education and our center requirements.
• Able to work indoors or outdoors and engage in physical activity with children.

Duties

• Providing basic care for children which includes feeding, grooming, and changing diapers.
• Developing age-appropriate socialization skills in children.
• Encouraging positive behavior and good manners.
• Using various learning methods such as stories, games, and drawing to intellectually stimulate children.
• Identifying behavioral problems and developing appropriate strategies to address them.
• Attending staff meetings, conferences, and workshops.
• Holding regular parent-teacher meetings to address any issues, concerns, or parent complaints.
• Providing a pleasant, safe, and sanitary environment.
• Communicating with parents and providing updates on children’s progress.
• Working with Center's curriculum and creating lesson plans.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Child care professional (CCP) certification is advantageous.
• Proven experience working as a childcare teacher.
• Certification in first aid and CPR is preferred.
• Clear criminal background check.
• In-depth understanding of childhood development.
• Strong conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Attentive and patient.

Nice To Haves

• Degree in education, with a focus on early childhood development.

Benefits

Sick Leave, PTO, Childcare Assistance, Paid Birthday Off