POSITION SUMMARY:
Growing Kids Learning Center - Lead Teacher is responsible for providing an early childhood education program for a group of 3‐5 year old children. The Lead Teacher addresses all areas of development and meets the individual needs of each child. In partnership with parents, the Lead Teacher observes and assesses children’s development, plans children’s curriculum based on child development knowledge, designs the learning environment, and implements and supervises developmentally appropriate learning activities.
Benefits of Full-Time Employment: $500 sign on bonus, $2 an hour attendance bonus paid each pay period, Health, Dental, Vision and a company paid life insurance plan. Accrual of PTO time up to 10-days in your first year, based on hours worked. Paid Holidays, free education continuing education credits at annual conference, 401K Retirement plan with company match, cash awards, and prizes.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Develop an indoor and outdoor learning environment that provides a variety of age appropriate experiences to foster child exploration and discovery.
2. Use a curriculum framework and curriculum tools that provide opportunities for each child to meet learning expectations that prepare children for success in school.
3. Establish a daily routine that includes time for small group and large group activities, encourages creative expression, and incorporates health and nutrition development as part of daily activities.
4. Model appropriate and respectful behavior to the children and fellow staff.
5. Support children’s social and emotional development through positive child guidance approaches and the development of positive relationships in the classroom.
6. Lead the classroom team that can include an Assistant Teacher, Classroom Aide and Behavior Specialist in collaboratively working with children and families. Provide direction to staff as needed.
7. Establish and maintain confidential, accurate and timely information on each child’s development and program participation. Maintain confidentiality.
8. Use video communication systems and classroom video recordings for inter‐site communication, professional development and potential parent leadership training.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Performs other functions as necessary or as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
1. An associate or higher degree with the equivalent of 30 college quarter credits in early childhood education, AND
2. A current Child Development Associate (CDA) credential awarded by the Council for Early Childhood Professional
Recognition
Preferred Qualifications and Skills:
1. A Bachelor’s Degree or higher degree in early childhood education.
2. Demonstrated ability to build positive relationships with children.
3. Demonstrated ability to work efficiently within a team, including parents, social service providers and peers.
4. Demonstrated computer skills, organizational skills and commitment to follow through on tasks with a minimum of supervision.
5. Demonstrated ability to use sound judgment in critical and adverse situations.
Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:
1. Work in a preschool classroom setting arranging furniture and classroom learning areas.
2. Have the ability to lift fifty pounds.
3. Be able to perform stationary routine and repetitive functions for extended periods.
Employment Requirements:
1. Successful completion of a drug test, criminal records and fingerprint background check.
2. Valid certificate in CPR and first aid, child abuse and neglect training, training on emergency preparedness, have a TB test to meet state health requirements, and have a current food handler’s card.
Our mission is to Protect, Educate, and Inspire our students! We are and will always be passionate about helping kids learn, explore and grow!
We are pleased to be recognized as an award-winning preschool and child care provider in Northern Indiana. Family-owned and operated since 1995, providing care for 6 weeks of age through elementary age. Parents choose us because of our commitment to providing quality childcare and education which begins with YOU. We assist teachers in implementing our research-based curriculum in a way that meets each child's needs. Our attention to inclusiveness is evident as soon as you step through the door. Growing Kids Learning Center is dedicated to fostering teamwork and employee engagement. Your development is so important to us.
Growing Kids Learning Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.
