Childcare Team Lead: Lead, Mentor & Flexible Schedule

La Petite Academy; Galloway Township (NJ); On-site; USD 27,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% childcare discount

Immediate health benefits

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Credential assistance

Master Teacher Program

Paid time off

Flexible schedules

Job summary

La Petite Academy in New Jersey is seeking a Team Lead to guide classrooms, implement lessons, and mentor new teachers. You will promote development and maintain a safe, engaging learning environment for preschool children.

Join a community that values families and continuous growth, with flexible schedules and a comprehensive benefits package including health coverage, a 401(k) match, tuition reimbursement, and our Master Teacher Program. This role offers opportunities to lead and inspire daily.

Qualifications

• Experience in a licensed childcare facility, leading a classroom, and implementing lesson plans.
• College credits towards Early Childhood Education or Child Development degree or a CDA, preferred.
• The ability to meet state and/or accreditation requirements for education and experience.
• Able to work indoors or outdoors and engage in physical activity with children.

Responsibilities

• Promote the social, physical, and intellectual growth of the children in your care; lead classroom management and curriculum implementation.
• Communicate and build relationships with families to promote achievement for the child and center success.
• Mentor and assist with management, training, and mentoring of new hires and fellow teachers to create engaging learning experiences.
• Take on duties of Director or Assistant Director in absence, including opening/closing the school, and ensure daily care following licensing guidelines.

Skills

Classroom leadership

Curriculum implementation

Family communication

Mentoring new hires

Team leadership

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College credits towards ECE/Child Development or CDA preferred

Job description

La Petite Academy in New Jersey is seeking a Team Lead to guide classrooms, implement lessons, and mentor new teachers. You will promote development and maintain a safe, engaging learning environment for preschool children.

Join a community that values families and continuous growth, with flexible schedules and a comprehensive benefits package including health coverage, a 401(k) match, tuition reimbursement, and our Master Teacher Program. This role offers opportunities to lead and inspire daily.