Lead Teacher - BBMA Elgin

Big Blue Marble Academy; Elgin; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Flexible scheduling

Discounted childcare (50%)

Paid parental leave

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Big Blue Marble Academy is seeking an enthusiastic Early Child Care Lead Teacher to deliver a play-based curriculum that guides children on a world-inspired learning journey while developing essential skills.

You will build strong relationships with families, share daily milestones, and uphold high safety standards in a nurturing classroom. Growth opportunities from Assistant Teacher to Center Director are available.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• South Carolina Child Care Credential or CDA required.
• At least six months of licensed childcare experience.
• Early Childhood coursework or degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement activities using a play-based curriculum for developmentally appropriate skills.
• Develop rapport with families daily and share milestones via daily reports.
• Follow enhanced safety guidelines to keep the classroom clean and safe.

Skills

Play-based teaching

Family rapport building

Safety and supervision

Education

High school diploma or GED

South Carolina Child Care Credential or CDA

Early Childhood coursework

Early Childhood degree preferred

Job description

Teamwork, giving back, diversity and making a difference is the foundation of who we are. Join our team and you’ll enjoy teaching a curriculum that enhances children’s perspective and understanding of the world outside their community. You’ll become a part of a work community where everyone feels empowered to reach their career goals. Our on-the-job training can pave your career path and development from Assistant Teacher all the way to Center Director.

• Full-time and part-time positions now available with infants, toddlers and preschoolers.

Why you will enjoy working here:

• Competitive wages
• Flexible Scheduling
• Discounted childcare, 50% off
• Paid parental leave
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Company paid life insurance
• 401K
• Access your wages in real time
• Voluntary life and disability insurance
• Health savings account
• Industry leading paid time off
• Generous referral bonus program
• CDA Scholarship
• Career advancement opportunities
• Family feel environment

As an Early Child Care Lead Teacher, you will:

• Plan and implement activities using our play-based curriculum that takes children on an adventure around the world as they learn developmentally appropriate skills and concepts.
• Develop rapport with families daily. Use electronic daily reports to share milestones captured throughout the day.
• Follow enhanced safety guidelines to keep your classroom clean and safe.

Requirements:

• At least 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED required
• South Carolina Child Care Credential or CDA
• At least six months of licensed childcare experience
• Early Childhood coursework, CDA or degree preferred
• At least six months experience working in child care, daycare or preschool preferred
• Employees are required to stand (six to eight hours daily), stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, bend, etc. while working with children.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 30 pounds
• Must be able to visually supervise children at all times.

Join a team that takes pride in teamwork, giving back and welcoming an inclusive environment. A career with Big Blue Marble Academy will empower you to reach your career goals while making a difference in the lives of the children we serve.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of our background check, pre-hire screenings, and onboarding processes. All employment is at-will and may be terminated at any time, with or without cause.

BBMA is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse workforce. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the recruitment helpdesk at [e-mail].