Childcare Lead Teacher

About the role

As a Lead Teacher, your days will be filled with fun, excitement and helping little minds grow. Our nurturing culture isn’t only for children; it’s for everyone in our Circle of Care. We are seeking energetic lead teachers with a passion for education and a love of children whose supportive hands desire to make a positive difference every day. You will quickly realize that we are more than just a daycare. We are a place where memories are made. When you join the Guidance Preparatory family, you become part of a team of lifelong learners, who are passionate about children and families… just like you are. As an early childhood education leader, and a key member of our teaching team, you embody our Core Values and foster a happy and fun learning environment, enhancing the lives of infant, toddler, preschool & pre-k children. Your “We’ve got this attitude,” creates a team of educators that strive for excellence and flourish and develop under your leadership.

Responsibilities

• Make every day an adventure in learning.
• Create fun, out of the box, learning moments that your children will remember for years to come.
• Create relationships with parents and provide support through daily interactions and communication.
• Coach and mentor assistant teachers to develop a strong classroom teaching team.
• Share with your co-workers the joys of creating a-ha moments with children.

Qualifications

• You are a kid magnet everywhere you go.
• You make learning fun.
• You smile until your cheeks hurt.
• You are flexible and able to multi-task.
• You will wear pajamas and crazy hair on special days.

About Us

We are engaging, rewarding, innovative and our goal is to provide a positive relationship from the first hello of the day, to the last good-bye, we want every child and staff member to feel safe, nurtured, and excited to learn and grow with us, and for you to consider us a true partner in the development of your career. We go beyond what's expected, creating a one-of-a-kind educational experience for the children and staff we care for and the families who cherish them.

Pay

$16 an hour, based on experience and education

Schedule

Monday through Friday, 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Benefits

• Growth opportunities
• Safe work environment
• On-the-job training