Lead Teacher - Tullabee Learning Academy

What We Offer

• Paid Time Off, including Paid Time to Volunteer
• Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance Options
• Generous associate discount
• Paid Maternity Leave (14 weeks, 100% paid) after 1 year of service
• Paid Sabbatical Leave after 5 years of service
• 401k with company match
• Advancement opportunities

The Role

• Plans and consistently implements the curriculum activities that promote the children's social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development.
• Helps children learn to think creatively, to solve problems independently, and to respect themselves and others.
• Recognizes and considers the background, special needs, interests, learning style, and pace of each child.
• Keeps accurate, current records of each child's developmental milestones and progress.
• Creates a developmentally appropriate environment consistent with the company's philosophy and goals including the implementation of the early learning curriculum.
• Establishes developmentally appropriate room arrangement, evidence of Family Information Board, curriculum-related bulletin boards, and learning environment in the classroom as outlined in our center policies.
• Establishes and maintains a safe, healthy, nurturing learning environment.
• Strives to prevent injuries. Handles emergencies, accidents, and injuries appropriately.
• Understands and implements all current state and local regulations.
• Understands and implements emergency procedures in case of emergency situations.
• Can administer CPR/First Aid, including lifting and carrying injured children.
• Uses proper lifting procedures and seeks assistance if necessary.
• Participates in emergency and evacuation drills to promote safety of children in their care.
• Maintains educational materials and equipment by keeping a well-organized and safe classroom.
• Immediately notifies the Director of needed repairs in the classroom, in the building, and on the playground to equipment and toys.
• Observes, records, and reports to the Director any significant individual or group behavior that might affect the well-being of children enrolled at the center.

Relationships with Families

• Maintains professional conduct when working with parents, staff, and visitors.
• Maintains strict confidentiality regarding children and families.
• Provides timely written/digital communication to parents.
• Centers Staff
• Promotes and maintains good rapport and working relationships with other staff members.

Qualifications

• Must meet or exceed state licensing requirements for the position.
• Previous experience working in an early childhood educational setting.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Commitment to upholding health, safety, and regulatory standards.
• Demonstrated passion for working with children and supporting their development.