Toddler Lead Teacher

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Child care discounts
• Tenure, annual and attendance bonuses
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• PTO
• Stocked break room with snacks and goodies to relax between classes
• Breakfast, lunch, and snacks provided
• Team‑oriented work environment
• Recognition as a “superhero” teacher

Desired Skills and Experience

• Love of small children
• Loving and nurturing demeanor
• Friendly, enthusiastic attitude; strong work ethic; cooperative team spirit; highly professional and dependable
• High school diploma, GED, or higher (degree in early childhood or CDA preferred)
• CPR and First Aid certifications
• Meets basic requirements of local child‑care regulatory agency
• Previous teaching or assistant‑teaching position in a licensed early‑childhood program (preferred)
• Knowledge of the social, emotional, and creative needs of young children
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Ability to lift up to 50 lb for child handling, safety, and emergency situations
• Willingness to attend training and staff meetings

Primary Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage daily class functions for a group of children
• Observe all La Mère Academy policies and local, state, or national regulations related to health, safety, and child care
• Assess each child’s developmental needs on an ongoing basis
• Implement approved lesson plans and daily classroom schedule
• Plan parent‑teacher conferences and student evaluations with a member of the Leadership Team
• Maintain an attractive, well‑kept classroom that encourages creativity, exploration, and confident decision‑making
• Provide verbal recognition and clear, consistent behavior expectations
• Handle maintenance and housekeeping duties for the classroom, common areas, and playgrounds
• Attend required staff meetings, workshops, and school functions
• Maintain professional personal appearance per the Employee Handbook guidelines
• Assist in other capacities as directed by the Director or designee

Compensation

Bi‑weekly pay with direct deposit available. $18 – $22 per hour, depending on experience. Full‑time position.

La Mère Academy is an equal‑opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law.