Toddler / Twos Lead Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

Our center is looking for Lead Teachers to join the Toddler/Twos teaching team at our growing school.

Some responsibilities of the Teacher are:

• Lesson plan creation and implementation.
• Use of positive guidance techniques.
• Build and maintain parent/teacher relationships.
• Evaluate, observe, and develop each child's abilities.
• Create a caring community where families feel welcome.

We are looking for Teachers who desire to work with children and families; are committed to a fast-paced work environment with new challenges and opportunities daily; someone who is enthusiastic about being a team player.

Our belief is that "There is no finish line to quality care and education."

Minimum Teacher education requirements:

• 60 college credits in any field, including 30 credits in Early Childhood Education or related field; OR
• Associate degree or higher in Early Childhood Education or related field; OR
• Bachelor's degree in ANY field, AND 2 courses in education or child development; OR 
• Be able to complete one of these options within 3 months of hire.

Additional post-employment coursework may be required to work for certain positions.

Benefits:

• Competitive wage based on education and experience, with raises for completing required courses (if applicable).
• Childcare discounts.
• Paid vacation: two weeks/year (1st-year split at 6 & 12 months), amount increases over time.
• Paid sick days after initial probation.
• Paid holidays on hire.
• Paid planning time away from the classroom (2 hours weekly).
• Paid monthly staff meetings.
• Tuition assistance.
• Retirement plan, with up to 3% company match.
• Health insurance.