Lead Teacher

Lead Teacher – Jim Dooley Early Learning Center Finger Lakes Health is looking for a passionate and experienced Lead Teacher to join the Jim Dooley Early Learning Center! Full-Time | Day/Eve Shift | No Weekends | No Holidays

• 17.57 per hour
• 1,000 Sign-On Bonus for Full-Time Employees

Competitive Benefits Package Are you an experienced early childhood educator looking for an opportunity to lead a classroom, mentor other educators, and make a lasting difference in the lives of young children? Join the Jim Dooley Early Learning Center at Finger Lakes Health , where you'll be part of a collaborative team dedicated to providing a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive. Why Join Us? Monday–Friday day/eve shift No weekends or holidays $1,000 sign-on bonus for full-time employees Competitive pay and benefits Opportunity to lead and mentor teaching staff Collaborative, supportive work environment Make a meaningful impact on children and families Opportunity to contribute to classroom and center-wide educational initiatives What You'll Do As a Lead Teacher , you will take an active leadership role in creating and implementing an engaging, developmentally appropriate early childhood education program. You’ll: Plan and implement developmentally appropriate, learner-centered curriculum and activities Create a safe, healthy, and nurturing classroom environment Work closely with Teachers and Teaching Assistants to provide high-quality care and education Use your knowledge of each child's interests, skills, relationships, and developmental needs to personalize learning opportunities Monitor and document children's developmental progress using appropriate assessment tools Mentor and guide Teaching Assistants while helping develop plans for their professional growth and success Maintain required classroom documentation and participate in meetings Conduct parent/teacher conferences and provide support to families Collaborate with other Lead Teachers to evaluate and improve the Center's educational programs Facilitate staff meetings and training sessions Participate in center-wide quality improvement initiatives What We’re Looking For Minimum Education: Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field OR Child Development Associate (CDA) credential Minimum Experience: 3 years of full-time classroom teaching experience Program-specific experience required for Infant & Toddler Lead Teacher positions Skills & Qualifications We’re looking for an educator who is passionate about early childhood education and has the ability to: Develop and implement engaging, developmentally appropriate curriculum Support children's social, emotional, cognitive, and developmental growth Establish positive and trusting relationships with children and families Use developmental assessments to track progress and evaluate program goals Mentor and support other members of the teaching team Communicate effectively with parents, coworkers, and leadership Solve problems effectively and work collaboratively as part of a team Maintain a professional, respectful, and courteous approach with children, families, and colleagues Make a Difference Every Day If you’re an experienced early childhood educator ready to take the next step in your career and lead a team while helping young children build a strong foundation for lifelong learning , we’d love to hear from you! Pay: $18.10 per hour Full-Time | Day/Eve Shift | No Weekends | No Holidays $1,000 Full-Time Sign-On Bonus

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