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.
Before applying for this role, please read the following information about this opportunity found below.
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 activitiesAssess and observe children on a daily basisAdjust learning goals for each child as neededMaintain a healthy and safe environmentCollaborate with co-teacher and other staff membersCommunicate with teachers, staff and parents in a professional mannerClassroom newslettersClassroom documentationCreate and maintain classroom and children's portfoliosBe 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 yearJob Type : Full-time
Pay : $15.00 - $18.00 per hour
Expected hours : 40 per week
Benefits :
Health insurancePaid time offSchedule :
Monday to FridayWork Location : In person