Child Care Toddler Lead Teacher

Responsibilities

• Ensuring the safety and supervision of children ages 6 weeks - 12 years in one assigned classroom.
• Creating developmentally appropriate curriculum according to NAEYC standards.
• Curating programs and activities based on children’s interests and learning styles.
• Maintaining a warm and safe environment that is clean and permits children to grow and explore.
• Partnering with families to create plans to provide the best care and education for their children.
• Providing effective communication with parents/guardians about their child.

Requirements

• Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education/related field OR Child Development Associate (CDA) credential OR Head Teacher certification OR 12 credits in Early Childhood Education courses OR Bachelor's Degree required
• 2+ years of experience in a licensed child care facility preferred
• Strong customer service skills
• Ability to multitask and remain organized
• Ability to work within regular operating hours
• Must meet state criteria for child care employment

Pay & Benefits

• Pay Range: $18 - $20.50 hourly
• Competitive pay and benefits, including a childcare discount
• Free company-paid life insurance of $10,000
• Opportunities for professional development
• Full-time staff accrue 2 weeks of paid time off in their first year
• Full-time staff are given 7 paid holidays off
• Health, dental, and vision insurance available