Early Childhood Education - Lead Young Toddler/Toddler Teacher - Portsmouth

Child Care Resources Inc; Portsmouth (NH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in early childhood education is seeking a Lead Young Toddler/Toddler Teacher responsible for the care, safety, and developmentally appropriate activities for toddlers. The role involves curriculum coordination, team collaboration, and upholding safety standards in a nurturing environment.

Benefits

Affordable Medical, Dental, & Vision insurance

Paid Short Term Disability & Life Insurance

Vacation and Sick Time

403(b) Retirement Plan

Free Childcare (if space is available)

Paid holidays and staff appreciation events

Qualifications

• Must have 1000 hours of experience in a licensed child care program.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well with children.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement age-appropriate activities for toddlers.
• Supervise classroom staff and maintain hygiene and safety standards.
• Coordinate educational curriculum based on early learning standards.

Skills

Communication

Team Player

Flexibility

Energy

Education

High school diploma or GED

18 credits in child development or related field

CDA or equivalent credential

Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education

Tools

First Aid Certification

CPR Certification

Job description

Summary

The Lead Young Toddler/Toddler Teacher is responsible for the care and safety of our toddlers. The Lead Teacher will be responsible for planning and implementing developmentally appropriate activities for the children within his/her care. This is a co-lead teaching position and all work is completed cooperatively with another Lead/Associate Teacher.

The center hours are currently 7:30am - 5:00pm, Monday - Friday and this position is located at our Portsmouth location.

For immediate review, please send your resume and transcripts.

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 child care 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.

Requirements

According to New Hampshire Child Care Program Licensing Rules, the Lead Teacher in a center based program shall have a high school diploma or general equivalency diploma, be at least 18 years of age, have a minimum of 1000 hours experience working with children in a licensed child care program, and meet one of the following pre-service training/education options:

• A minimum of 18 credits in child development, early childhood, or elementary education, or other field of study focused on children from a regionally accredited college or university, including at least 3 credits in child growth and development; or
• Documentation of a non-expired child development associates (CDA) in center based programs awarded by the council for professional recognition.
• A credential from a teacher preparation program accredited by MACTE.
• Documentation from or on file with the department that she/he was qualified for and employed in the position of Lead Teacher on or before the effective date of these rules in 2017.

Must have excellent communication skills, be flexible, energetic, be a team player and work well with young children.

Nice To Haves

• An Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education and experience working with children is preferred.
• First Aid and CPR Certification

Benefits

Full Time Employees

• Affordable Medical, Dental, & Vision are available on the 1st of the month after your first 30 days of employment.
• Employer paid Short Term Disability & Life Insurance.
• Vacation and Sick Time earned on the 1st of the month after your first 30 days of employment.
• 403(b) Retirement Plan for all employees that work 20+ hours a week.
• Free Childcare (small administrative fee & if space is available)

All Employees

• Employees who work 15+ hours accrue vacation and sick time, starting 1st of the month after your first 30 days of employment.
• Enjoy 8 paid holidays a year!
• Holiday staff party
• Staff Appreciation Week - a fun filled week of celebrating our staff!
• 2 Program Development Days
• Fun & Family like atmosphere
• Access to Educational Grants
• Half hour paid lunch (if working over 6 hours)
• SELA discounts on auto, electricity, phone, fuel etc.
• Make a difference in the lives of New Hampshire's children.