Child Care Lead Teacher

Lead Teacher wanted! Dedicated classroom, steady M-F 8-4 schedule, top benefits & bonuses. Lead Teacher or Co-Teacher We are actively seeking qualified candidates for a full-time position as a Lead Teacher. Our Lead Teachers are the pinnacle of our program. They hold the keys to unlocking the minds of every child they encounter. At Kid-Tastic, Lead Teachers are prominent in the classroom and ensures that the individual growth and development of each child is a top priority. This position requires a strong candidate with 5 or more years of experience in general or early childhood education as a teacher. Any candidates applying should be well rounded in developing and implementing quality programming, including lesson plans and curriculums, age-appropriate actives and mind-opening experiences. Lead Teachers are responsible for fully managing the day-to-day functionality of their classrooms with assistance from Care Associates. This position is stationary and will not be required to change rooms unexpectedly, which allows Lead Teachers to focus on providing their children and parents with consistent services. This role reports directly to the Director/Administrator/CEO, Operations Manager and Staff Supervisors. This individual should have the following skills and qualifications: Must meet all State of Wisconsin certification requirements: Introduction to Child Care Profession Fundamentals of Infant & Toddler Care/EC1 Skills and Strategies for the Child Care Teacher/ EC2 CPR and/or AED Pass both State & Federal Background checks Experience Registry Level 10-15 (Active and up-to date) Years of experience: 5+ yrs (verified)

JOB DESCRIPTION

Prove to have a solid track record as a lead teacher in programs deemed Level 3 or higher through Youngstar/Accredited Agencies (including MPS, Charter, Privet school etc.) Exemplify some management skills and accept full responsibility for classroom upkeep Be a leader in the program and willing to offer knowledge, wisdom and share experiences with other team members Be present for all new hire training and pass the exit exam Share a love for children and believe in the power of early childhood education Be committed to offering a long term presence as a lead teacher Be eager to learn and willing to progress quickly Have the ability to take initiative to complete own daily responsibilities Sustain full and effective communication with all team members Be reliable, trustworthy, patient and responsible Have the ability to shift gears and adjust accordingly Have the ability to quickly learn changes to routines, new systems, and adapt Be open to working with children that have unique abilities Be a highly patient individual and extremely understanding Be mentally and physically able to care for young children Be knowledgable of how to use email, copy machines, internet and applications Be familiar with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Powerpoint, Microsoft Excel and Office Be attentive and alert to avoid incident or injury to children Be willing to dedicate one Saturday per month to staff meetings Attend all mandatory meetings and training sessions Be able to lift 20-30lbs **Responsibilities include: Leading the classroom with consistent day-to-day routines. Establishing classroom goals, and maintain a progressive curriculum. Evaluate every child and ensure that each receives quality attention. Building positive impressions and lasting trust amongst all children enrolled in the center. Diaper changing (depending on age group and ability) Goal setting and tracking each child’s progress Managing ratios and communicating a need for support On-board new children and become acquainted with parents/guardians Contribute to monthly newsletters and memos Plan and prepare for field trips and other extracurricular activities Maintain classroom upkeep and full compliance with health and safety laws Familiarization with all accreditation standards and maintain full compliance

JOB DESCRIPTION

Maintain thorough records for attendance and tracking Establishing a personable relationship with families Developing and maintaining a solid system for communicating with families regularly Participate in staff meetings and mandatory trainings Conduct parent-teacher conferences, and maintain portfolios for every child Meet with Director for Monthly update meetings Dedicate one day per month to staff meetings Participate in all mandatory trainings and meetings Assist supervisors with on-boarding new teachers into the classroom Daily use of management software and other computer tools for completing the necessary tasks Maintain professionalism at all times, especially amongst peers Hourly Rate Negotiable Schedule: 8:00AM-4:00PM Monday thru Friday (35-40 hrs/wk) Benefits include: Medical, Dental, 401k, PTO/Vacation and Annual Bonus Additional: Short-term/long term absence, accident coverage and maternity leave #J-18808-Ljbffr Kid-Tastic Child Care