Lead Teachers - Exeter Location

About This Role We are currently seeking Full‑Time Lead Teachers to join our team at our Exeter center. This is a co‑lead teaching position, working collaboratively with another Lead or Associate Teacher to create a nurturing, engaging, and developmentally appropriate environment for young children. Responsibilities Ensure the care, safety, and well‑being of preschool children at all times. Plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities that promote growth across all learning domains. Collaborate effectively with co‑teachers to maintain a consistent and supportive classroom environment. Foster positive relationships with children, families, and fellow staff. Maintain a clean, organized, and stimulating classroom space. Follow all licensing regulations, center policies, and procedures. Position Details Location: Exeter, NH Hours: Monday – Friday, between 7:30 AM and 5:00 PM (exact shifts may vary) What You'll Do Coordinate and implement educational curriculum by developing classroom activities based on developmentally appropriate practices and early learning standards. Lead by example, encourage teaching team success through modeling and coaching. Plan individual and group age‑appropriate activities to actively engage children and encourage social, cognitive, and emotional growth. Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions, progress reports, and parent‑teacher conferences. Ensure all center policies and state regulations are met. Ensure a healthy classroom environment including maintaining appropriate hygiene and cleanliness standards and safety and security of children. Supervise child care assistants and classroom volunteers to ensure they are following planned activities, hygiene, and safety standards. Maintain accurate records, forms and files. Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement. Requirements A lead teacher in a center‑based program shall have a high school diploma or equivalent, including but not limited to General Equivalency Diploma (GED), a High School Equivalency Test (HiSet), or a Test Assessing Secondary Completion (TASC), be at least 18 years old, and have one of the following: A minimum of 18 credits in related coursework, including at least 3 credits in child or human growth and development, plus a minimum of 1,000 hours experience working with children in a licensed child‑care program or public or private elementary school. A minimum of 12 credits in related coursework, plus 3,000 hours experience working with children in licensed child‑care program or public or private elementary school. Documentation of a non‑expired child development associates (CDA) in center‑based programs awarded by the council for professional recognition. A credential from a teacher preparation program accredited by MACTE. Five years as a licensed family child care provider with no enforcement actions imposed by the department. Successful completion of the New Hampshire Early Childhood Apprenticeship Program. A minimum of 1,000 hours of supervised child care experience in a licensed child care program, documentation of successful completion of a 2‑year vocational course in career and technical education with an additional 9 credits in related coursework; or documentation from or on file with the department that she or he was qualified for and employed in the position of lead teacher on or before November 6, 2017. Nice To Haves An Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education and experience working with children is preferred. First Aid and CPR Certification Knowledge of Procare Benefits Affordable Medical, Dental, & Vision are available on the 1st of the month after your first 30 days of employment. Employer paid Short Term Disability & Life Insurance. Vacation and Sick Time earned on the 1st of the month after your first 30 days of employment. 403(b) Retirement Plan for all employees that work 20+ hours a week. Discounts on childcare tuition rates (based on availability) Enjoy 8 paid holidays a year Staff Appreciation Weeks - a fun filled week of celebration our staff! 3 Program Development Days Access to Educational Grants SELA discounts on auto, electricity, phone, fuel, etc. #J-18808-Ljbffr Great Bay Kids