Job Summary
We are seeking a passionate and energetic Daycare Lead Teacher to inspire and nurture young children in a dynamic early childhood education environment. As the leader of your classroom, you will create a warm, engaging space where children can explore, learn, and grow. Your role is vital in fostering development across various domains including social-emotional skills, literacy, math, and physical activity. You will coordinate daily activities, develop age-appropriate curricula, and build strong relationships with families to support each child's unique journey. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on young lives while working in a collaborative and supportive team.
Responsibilities
- Lead daily classroom activities, ensuring a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment for children.
- Develop and implement engaging lesson plans that incorporate curriculum development principles tailored to different age groups, including toddlers and preschoolers.
- Manage classroom behavior through positive behavior management techniques to promote respectful interactions and self-regulation.
- Communicate regularly with parents about their child's progress, milestones, and any concerns, fostering strong partnerships.
- Supervise and mentor assistant teachers and support staff to ensure high-quality childcare and educational standards are maintained.
- Conduct assessments of child development using standardized testing methods and document progress for individual planning.
- Ensure compliance with all mandated reporting laws related to child welfare and safety protocols such as first aid and CPR certifications.
- Collaborate with specialists in special education or early intervention when supporting children with additional needs.
- Maintain organized classroom environments that promote learning in areas such as literacy education, math skills, physical education, and childhood development instruction.
- Stay current on best practices in early childhood education, including preschool teaching strategies and classroom management techniques.
Skills
- Extensive experience working with children across various developmental stages in daycare or preschool settings.
- Strong knowledge of curriculum development tailored to early childhood education standards.
- Proficiency in behavior management strategies and classroom management techniques that foster positive learning environments.
- Ability to communicate effectively with children, parents, staff, and community partners.
- Familiarity with special education principles, early intervention programs, and childhood development theories.
- Certification in first aid and CPR; knowledge of mandated reporting laws related to child safety is essential.
- Experience with lesson planning that integrates literacy education, math concepts, physical activity, and social-emotional learning.
- Demonstrated ability to lead a team of educators while maintaining high standards of childcare quality.
- Knowledge of standardized testing procedures used to assess early childhood progress.
- Strong organizational skills for managing classroom supplies, documentation, and compliance records.
Join us in shaping the future by providing nurturing care combined with innovative educational experiences!
Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
