Daycare Center Team Lead - La Petite Academy, Winshire Blvd

About the role

We are a community-focused child care center where we prioritize the well-being of both children and our team members. Our mission is to provide a nurturing environment that supports the growth and development of each child.

Responsibilities

• Promote the social, physical, and intellectual growth of the children in your care.
• Take the lead on classroom management and curriculum implementation.
• Classroom instruction is at least 50% of the weekly schedule.
• Communicate and build relationships with families to promote achievement for the child and to support the center's success.
• Mentor new hires and fellow teachers by creating fun, interactive learning experiences.
• Take on the duties of Director or Assistant Director in his/her absence, including opening and closing the school.
• Ensure the daily care of every child by following all licensing guidelines and implementing all company standards.

Requirements

• Experience in a licensed childcare facility, leading a classroom, and implementing lesson plans.
• College credits towards Early Childhood Education or Child Development degree or a CDA, preferred.
• The ability to meet state and/or accreditation requirements for education and experience.
• Able to work indoors or outdoors and engage in physical activity with children.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years old.

Skills

• Energetic and dependable.
• Passionate about early childhood education.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and responsibilities.
• Leadership and mentoring abilities.

Benefits

• Bi-weekly and Daily Pay options.
• Health insurance (medical, dental, vision, and FSA) provided for full-time employees.
• Limited medical offered for part-time workers.
• Education assistance including tuition reimbursement and certification.
• 401K (plus company match).
• Life and disability insurance.
• Child care discount available to all employees.

Pay

Compensation based on Position, Education and Experience.

Schedule

Monday through Friday work week.

Benefits

• Health insurance (medical, dental, vision, and FSA) provided for full-time employees.
• Limited medical offered for part-time workers.
• Education assistance including tuition reimbursement and certification.
• 401K (plus company match).
• Life and disability insurance.
• Child care discount available to all employees.