Creche Day School seeks a passionate and dedicated Lead Teacher/Assistant Director who thrives in a collaborative environment and loves working with young children. As a Lead Teacher/Assistant Director you will create and implement engaging, developmentally appropriate curriculum while fostering strong relationships with children and their families, and you'll play a crucial role in supporting our school's daily operations, managing essential data, and fostering positive family communications.
Key Responsibilities:
- Child Engagement: Meet each child at their developmental level, incorporating play and hands-on activities into daily routines.
- Curriculum Planning: Design and execute weekly lesson plans aligned with children’s developmental needs and NAEYC Accreditation Standards.
- Classroom Coordination: Work with co-teachers to develop and prepare classroom lessons and ensure effective use of classroom resources.
- Learning Through Play: Encourage and facilitate children’s learning through developmentally appropriate play.
- Professional Interaction: Engage in meaningful conversations with parents, team members, and children to support and enhance their educational experience.
- Classroom Management: Maintain a safe, orderly, and sanitary classroom environment, adhering to state ratios and guidelines.
- Operational Support: Anticipate and address the needs of the Administration in overseeing daily operations and providing support where necessary.
Qualifications:
- Early Childhood Experience: Two or more years of experience working with early childhood-age children.
- Leadership Experience: Minimum of one year of prior leadership experience.
- Interpersonal Skills: Ability to work well with families, children, and team members.
- Communication Skills: High level of oral and written communication skills.
- Multitasking: Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Problem-Solving: Effective problem analysis and communication with administration.
- Flexibility: Ability to work regular office hours with some flexibility.
- Education Requirements: ONE or more of the following:
- Bachelor’s or Associate’s Degree in Elementary Education, Early Childhood Education, Family Studies, or a related field; OR
- Child Development Associate (CDA) certificate plus two years of teaching experience in a licensed child center or preschool; OR
- At least 24 hours of academic college credit in Early Childhood or Education-related studies and three months of experience in a licensed preschool or childcare center.
Additional Qualities:
- Collaborative Spirit: Strong team player who values working together to support families and children.
- Creativity and Fun: Enthusiastic about creating engaging and educational activities that make learning fun.
- Professionalism: Commitment to maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and professionalism in the classroom.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $14.00 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
Work Location: In person
