Childcare Lead Teacher

Celebree Schools of Fishtown and Wayne; Wayne (PA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization committed to nurturing young minds! As a Lead Teacher, you will create a safe and engaging learning environment while guiding children through their developmental journey. You will have the opportunity to implement innovative lesson plans and collaborate with a supportive team dedicated to educational excellence. This role not only allows you to make a significant impact on children's lives but also offers avenues for personal and professional growth within the organization. If you are passionate about early childhood education and want to be part of a dynamic community, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Uniform Items

Team Building Initiative Free

Employee Referral Bonuses

Child Care Discounts

Paid Holidays

Free Continuing Education Units

No nights or weekends

Career Development

401(k)

Health insurance

Qualifications

• 2 years of teaching experience required.
• Knowledge of child development and early childhood education.
• Certification in CPR & First Aid preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage classroom operations in compliance with state regulations.
• Plan and implement age-appropriate lesson plans.
• Communicate effectively with caregivers about children's progress.

Skills

Classroom Management

Effective Communication

Behavior Management Techniques

Lesson Planning

Child Development Knowledge

Education

Associate's degree in human services field

Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education

Child Development Associate

Tools

Educational Software

Job description

Benefits:

Uniform Items

Team Building Initiative Free

Employee Referral Bonuses

Child Care Discounts

Paid Holidays

Free Continuing Education Units

No nights or weekends

Career Development

Benefits may vary by location:

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job Summary:

Plan and direct operations of an assigned classroom to ensure Celebree mission, vision and values are upheld, and children are provided with a developmentally age-appropriate learning environment. Provide support and direction to the classroom assistant and aide.

Company Overview At every Celebree School, our mission is to protect, educate and nurture the children in our care. Childcare jobs with our school family are life-changing ones. We say Celebree Schools are a place where we grow people BIG and small; investing in teachers and learners to help them achieve their goals. At Celebree Schools, we are committed to offering multiple opportunities and a chance to grow within the Celebree Organization.

Responsibilities

As a Lead Teacher, you will be given the tools, resources, and training to:

Manage your assigned classroom to ensure compliance with all PA state regulations, company brand standards, policies and procedures

Plan and implement developmentally, age-appropriate lesson plans in a safe, nurturing learning environment in accordance with the Celebree School curriculum; ensure that the activities of lesson plans are clearly delegated and communicated to all staff involved; maintain open and effective communication with teaching team members

Provide a welcoming and friendly classroom environment for all children, families and visitors; maintain attractive classroom/hallway displays and an educational parent board (that is updated regularly)

Communicates effectively with caregivers, e.g., greeting by name, addressing concerns in a timely manner, giving positive feedback and providing regular updates on their child’s development and classroom happenings, update the daily report that provides caregivers with information about their child’s day

Counsels children as needed using the Conscious Discipline framework and utilize appropriate behavior management techniques

Performs face to name counts every 30 minutes

Always maintains regular and satisfactory attendance, limits absences

Attends all staff meetings, trainings and school events as required

Provide support and direction to Aides/Floaters to ensure the classroom functions in an orderly manner

Experience:

Teaching: 2 years (Required)

Childcare: 2-3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

Child Development Associate (Preferred)

Associate's degree in human services field or 30 CEUs in early childhood development, special education, elementary education or human services (Required)

Bachelor’s degree in human services field or early childhood education (Preferred)

Physical Demands:

The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. The job requires frequent bending, squatting, reaching, lifting and carrying; ability to lift 50 pounds.

Specific Skills:

Certification in CPR & First Aid. Computer skills, familiar with educational software and curriculum.

This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchise-owned location. All inquiries about employment at this franchise owned location should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to Celebree School Corporate.