After School Coordinator/Lead Teacher

About the Role

FULL TIME OR PART TIME HOURS AVAILABLE! 🌟 Extraordinary & Talented Lead Teacher Needed! 🌟 Help shape the lives of our Littles in a nurturing, faith-based environment. Come join our team! We are a family-owned Christian childcare center, devoted to loving and teaching children through Christ. Our leadership values flexibility and a family atmosphere where every employee feels appreciated and supported.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead fun, educational, and recreational daily activities
• Supervise children and ensure a safe environment at all times
• Help students with homework
• Communicate daily with parents about student progress and events
• Manage classroom routines and guide positive student behavior
• Coordinate program supplies, schedules, and assistant staff

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required; college credits in education or child development preferred
• Minimum of six-months to one year of experience working with school-age children in a group setting
• CPR and First Aid certification or willingness to obtain within 30 days
• Pass a state background check, health screening, and drug screening
• Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills
• High energy and the ability to work well with others (staff, children, and parents) and to foster a team environment
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills

Qualifications

• Degree in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, or related field (Nice to Have)
• Experience supervising or mentoring assistant teachers and staff (Nice to Have)
• Knowledge of local Chesapeake community resources and schools (Nice to Have)
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record for school pickup and field trips (Nice to Have)

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Discounted Childcare
• College Tuition Reimbursement
• On-the-Job Training
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Family Atmosphere
• Room for Creativity
• Predictable Hours
• No Nights or Weekends

About Us

Come join our team! Family-owned Christian center, loving and teaching children through Christ. Flexible management, making employees feel like family. We Take Care Of Our Employees!