Daycare Lead Teacher

Primrose School Franchising SPE, LLC; Hillsborough Township (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Lead Teacher to nurture young minds in a vibrant learning environment. This role involves overseeing classroom activities, implementing a balanced curriculum, and fostering the social and emotional development of children. With a commitment to excellence, the school provides a supportive atmosphere for both educators and students. If you have a love for teaching and a desire to make a difference in children's lives, this is the perfect opportunity for you to thrive in your career.

Benefits

401(k)

Company parties

Competitive salary

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Free food & snacks

Free uniforms

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Tuition assistance

Qualifications

• Must meet local childcare regulatory requirements.
• 2+ years of experience in a licensed early childhood program.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily class functions and maintain classroom environment.
• Implement lesson plans and assess children's developmental needs.

Skills

Child Development Knowledge

Classroom Management

Communication Skills

Curriculum Implementation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education

Child Development Associate (CDA)

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Company parties
• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Free food & snacks
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Tuition assistance

As a Lead Teacher at The Primrose School of Hillsborough located in Hillsborough NJ you will help young minds explore, discover and understand the world around them.

We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Teacher to plan and implement an ongoing program of activities that promote the social, emotional, cognitive and physical development of each child, in accordance with the Primrose Balanced Learning approach to teaching and learning

Primrose School of Hillsborough is an accredited private preschool that provides a premier educational childcare experience. We offer year-round programs for children from infant through elementary-aged school age.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Is responsible for the overall supervision and daily class functions of a group of children.
• Observes all rules and regulations at The Primrose School of Hillsborough and the local, state or national regulatory agencies pertaining to the health, safety and care of children.
• Assesses each child's developmental needs on an ongoing basis.
• Implements the approved lesson plans and daily classroom schedule in accordance with the Primrose Balanced Learning curriculum and programming.
• Plans with a member of the Leadership Team the parent-teacher conferences and student evaluations.
• Maintains an attractive, well-kept classroom that encourages children to create, explore and make decisions with confidence.
• Provides verbal recognition and acceptance to children while providing clear and consistent expectations for the children's behavior.
• Accepts responsibility for maintenance and necessary housekeeping duties of the classroom, common use areas and playgrounds.
• Attends all required staff meetings, workshops and/or school functions.
• Maintains overall professional personal appearance adhering to the guidelines offered in the Primrose School of Hillsborough Employee Handbook
• Assists in other capacities that Director, or designee, determines is necessary.

Desired skills and experience:

• Must meet basic requirements of local childcare regulatory agency
• Previous teaching position in a licensed early childhood program
• Knowledge of the social, emotional and creative needs of young children
• Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs. in connection with the handling of children for the facilitation of programs, child safety, and potential emergency situations. For Infant and Young Toddler teachers, must be able to properly lift infants into and out of a crib.
• Lead Teacher must be an experienced professional with a minimum of 2 years' experience supervising/teaching children from an age range of 18 months-3 years in a licensed childcare facility.

Each Primrose school is a privately owned and operated franchise, and the respective Franchise Owner is the employer at each school. Franchise Owners set their own wage and benefit programs, which vary among Franchise Owners. Primrose Schools and its Franchise Owners are equal opportunity employers. Positions and position titles vary by school.

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