Early Childhood - Lead Teacher
Summary The Teacher is responsible for developing a cohesive teaching team, coordinating the curriculum, and managing the day-to-day operational activities of the classroom. Teachers must understand children's cognitive, social, emotional and physical development in order to ensure a safe and stimulating classroom environment where children are actively engaged and encouraged to succeed. The Teacher must be skilled in communicating with both children and adults in order to meet the needs of the children, effectively guide teacher assistants, and resolve parental concerns. Duties
- 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 teacher 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.
- Professional child care experience.
- 45 DCF Training hours
- Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
- High energy and the ability to work well with others (staff, children, and parents) and to foster a team environment.
- A strong understanding of child development.
- Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification.
- Must clear full background check and must pass health screening..
- Requirements include the ability to take frequent walks, use hands and fingers, handle objects, tools or controls, talk to and hear voices at many levels. May also be required to kneel, bend, squat or crawl.
- Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- CDA
- Incentive for Staff’s children: ***limited to 2 children per family.
- 401 K
- Allstate Personalized Benefits
- Phone commercial rates
- Paid attendance training
- Bonuses
- Vacations
Recommended Jobs
RN - Medical/Surgical
: Cleveland Clinic Martin North Hospital is a fully integrated, state-of-the-art medical campus that includes diagnostic centers, outpatient surgery and a 24-hour emergency department. Cleveland Cli…
Case Management Coordinator
Job Responsibilities: One year Case management experience, A MUST / Case Management Certificate (Preferred) Long term care experience (Preferred) Microsoft Office including Excel competent …
Checkout Cashier
Overview: Lifeworks Wellness Center is looking for an energetic new team member to join our medical practice in Clearwater, Florida. The Medical Checkout Cashier is responsible for ensuring all pa…
Server
For this position, pay will be variable by location - plus tips. We want you to be the kind of Server you'd want to have. After all, you know that having a great Server can make or break th…
Resident Services Representative
Join Our Team! We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic individual to become part of our dynamic Resident Services Department, proudly serving the vibrant Nocatee community. The Residen…
Commercial Roofing Apprentice
Company Value Proposition Advanced Roofing, established in 1983, is the largest commercial roof and specialty contractor in Florida, and the 10th largest in the country. The business has consistently …
Junior Accountant
Join the team. Title : Jr. Accountant – Full Time Location: Apopka, FL Category: Accounting/Customer Service/Support FLSA Status: Hourly/Non-Exempt Hourly Rate: $17- $21 Position…
Golf Course Superintendent (Palm Beach)
Join an exceptional team at the Town of Palm Beach Par 3 Golf Course, an internationally acclaimed and elite course that stands among the best. Nestled between the breathtaking Atlantic Ocean and the…
Data Entry Operator
Job Overview We are looking for an efficient and skilled Data Entry Operator to manage and maintain the company database system and keep it up to date on a daily basis. You will be responsible …
Assistant Store Manager PT
EEO Statement: Hat World, Inc., Lids Holdings, Inc., dba Lids and subsidiaries is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to complying with all federal, state, and local EEO laws. Hat World…