<p>We are dedicated to providing a nurturing and dynamic environment for young learners. As a Lead Teacher, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the educational experiences of children and fostering their growth. Join our team and be part of a workplace that values excellence, professional development, and the well-being of our staff.</p> <p>Responsibilities:</p> <ul> <li>Plan and implement age-appropriate lesson plans and activities for children </li><li>Create a safe and nurturing learning environment </li><li>Supervise children during activities and ensure their safety </li><li>Conduct systematic observations and evaluations of each child's progress </li><li>Cultivate positive relationships with children and parents </li><li>Maintain program site and equipment </li><li>Attend and participate in family nights, program activities, and staff meetings </li><li>Adhere to state guidelines and childcare regulations </li></ul> <p>Qualifications:</p> <ul> <li>CDA, Associates, or Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred </li><li>Experience working in a licensed childcare center (1-2 years preferred) </li><li>CPR, First Aid, AED certifications, and Child Abuse prevention training within 30 days of hire </li><li>Strong knowledge of child development principles and educational practices </li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills </li><li>Ability to work effectively with diverse populations </li><li>Dependability, adaptability, and teamwork skills </li></ul> <p>Physical Requirements:</p> <ul> <li>Ability to plan, lead, and participate in activities </li><li>Occasional lifting of up to 50 lbs. for child safety and potential emergency situations </li><li>Ability to handle stressful situations professionally while multitasking </li></ul> <p>We are an equal-opportunity employer and welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.</p> <p>Benefits</p> <p>Please find all of the benefits we offer below:</p> <ul> <li>Competitive pay with annual reviews. </li><li>8 paid holiday days off a year. </li><li>Sick Pay provided </li><li>50% off childcare tuition and all fees waived. </li><li>Life insurance, 100% covered by employer. </li><li>Vision and Dental insurance options. </li><li>Paid time off accrued every week! Chances to earn more paid time off each quarter of perfect attendance. </li><li>Paid training and professional development: 35 hours initially, up to 20 hours per year thereafter </li><li>Participation in CDA program, covering 100% of the costs towards earning a Child Development Associates </li></ul>