Early Childhood Professional - Toddler Room Lead Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

About This Role

Are you ready to embark on a rewarding journey in early childhood education?

If so, join the vibrant team at Horizon's Unlimited Early Learning Center in Urbanna, VA! We're seeking passionate and dedicated teachers who share our core values of empathy, a love for teaching and child development, teamwork, and continuous growth. As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children's lives while working in a supportive and collaborative environment!

Why should you join our team?

• An organization that values inclusivity
• Leadership that empowers staff members
• Career growth opportunities
• Paid training opportunities
• A team that is passionate about teaching and creativity
• Collaborative families and parents
• Lots of outside time
• Walking field trips

• Ability to effectively communicate with parents and community members.
• Be able to work with parents and community members to solve problems that arise at school.
• Be able to move quickly, adapt to changing situations, and multi-task.
• Have a strong understanding of standard toddler age teaching methods and be able to effectively implement these methods in the classroom.
• Be able to keep a neat and organized classroom.\
• Understand safe diapering procedures and be able to do so quickly and efficiently.
• Have an understanding of child development milestones and how to effectively guide children as they achieve them.

• TB Test
• Background Check
• Documentation of citizenship
• Physical ability to perform the required job duties with or without accommodations
• High school diploma or equivalent
• 24 hours or more of child development training, and 6 months experience caring for children.

• Hold CDA, career certificate, or associate's degree or higher
• Current First Aid/CPR Certification
• Current Medication Administration Training (MAT)

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• No nights, weekends, or major holidays
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance