Toddler Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

About This Role

The Lead Teacher will nurture the growth while preparing them for elementary school by developing their vocabulary, social skills, and behavior in a healthy, safe, and quality Christian environment. The Lead Teacher must ensure a safe and stimulating classroom environment where children are actively engaged and encouraged to succeed. The Lead Teacher is responsible for managing the classroom in accordance with well-established guidelines and the goals of the center.

• Structures a developmentally appropriate educational experience in the classroom
• Teaches students to follow rules and procedures in the classroom and school.
• Monitors students’ progress throughout the year and evaluates preparedness for advancing to the next class.

• Extensive knowledge of early childhood development principles and developmentally appropriate educational practices.
• Enthusiastic personality that will engage children.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with adults and children.
• Ability to collaborate and communicate with teachers, support staff, parents, and students in a positive and constructive way.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to plan, manage, and evaluate curriculum.

• Minimum of 2 years childcare experience preferred.
• Previous experience as a teacher or a teacher’s assistant preferred.