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Lead Teacher All Age Groups- Simpsonville

Lead Teacher All Age Groups- Simpsonville

Prodigy Inc.Simpsonville, South Carolina, US
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We are looking for a fun, energetic, positive, team player to join our education team. Our lead teachers are partners in education. The lead teacher will help foster a nurturing environment that is rich in developmentally appropriate activities that will encourage children's curiosity and learning. We care for the whole child as an individual including their social - emotional, cognitive, and developmental needs.

  • As a member of the teaching team you will :

Communicate with co-teacher and other staff members on a daily basis

Mentor and train new staff as needed

Collaborate with other staff members to plan activities

Lead by example in the classroom and school

Ensure children's safety and well-being at all times

Participate in ongoing professional development

Be a team player and an active, engaged member of the teaching staff

Communicate with parents daily regarding the child's progress and development

Maintain a positive can-do attitude

Maintain accreditation and state childcare standards

Uphold company vision and mission at all times

  • Job Requirements :
  • High school diploma / GED
  • CDA
  • 1-year experience working as lead teacher in a licensed childcare facility
  • Meets state childcare education requirements
  • Knowledge of infant / toddler developmentally appropriate practice (DAP)
  • Familiar with continuity of care
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Able to maintain professional composure in stressful situations
  • Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
  • Familiar with accreditation process - preferred
  • Must be able to sit, stand and walk for long periods of time
  • Must be able to lift 40lbs
  • Must be 18 years of age or older
  • The following childcare training courses must be completed within specified timeframes-
  • Infant / Toddler Appropriate Practices - upon hire
  • Infant sleep safety - upon hire
  • Shaken baby syndrome prevention training - upon hire
  • Florida early learning and developmental standards- Birth to kindergarten (2017) Online - upon hire
  • Florida early learning and developmental standards- Birth to kindergarten (2017) Instructor-Led - within 180 days of employment
  • Special Needs Appropriate Practices - within 90 days of employment
  • CPR and First Aid - within 90 days of employment
  • Other training requirements identified by leadership team
  • Job Responsibilities :
  • Develop and implement lesson plan activities
  • Assess and observe children on a daily basis
  • Adjust learning goals for each child as needed
  • Maintain a healthy and safe environment
  • Collaborate with co-teacher and other staff members
  • Communicate with teachers, staff and parents in a professional manner
  • Classroom newsletters
  • Classroom documentation
  • Create and maintain classroom and children's portfolios
  • Be familiar with Early Childhood theorists and philosophies such as Piaget, Vygotsky, Reggio Amelia, Montessori and others.
  • Participate in at least 25 hours of professional development per year
  • Job Type : Full-time

    Pay : $15.00 - $18.00 per hour

    Expected hours : 40 per week

    Benefits :

  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Schedule :

  • Monday to Friday
  • Work Location : In person

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    Lead Teacher • Simpsonville, South Carolina, US