Job Summary
Little Folks Daycare has served Crystal families since 1996. We are a tight-knit, family-run team that genuinely loves what we do, and we are looking for a Lead Teacher to grow with us. We are currently hiring a reliable, energetic and creative individual to lead our preschool classroom. Mornings are with the older kids, ages 4-5, to focus on kindergarten readiness. Classes combine at lunch time to include up to 24 kids with 2 other staff. Daily duties in both rooms include but not limited to, taking care of children's basic needs - toileting, feeding, resting. Applicant will lead the other staff in lesson planning and classroom management. Daily parent communication via app and in person during drop off and pick up times.
Salary: starting at $19.00 /hour, based on experience/education
Responsibilities
- Plan games and activities that are developmentally appropriate
- Design a daily and weekly schedule
- Provide basic care and caregiving activities
- Evaluate children to ensure they are reaching developmental milestones
- Communicate with parents and update them on their children’s activities
Qualifications
- Previous experience as a daycare teacher or childcare provider (CDA required or currently in progress)
- Strong understanding of child development
- Patient, kind, and nurturing
- Excellent organizational, communication, and time management skills
- First aid/CPR certified (covered by employer)
