Early Childhood Educator Lead Teacher

Jersey ChildCare LLC; Brick Township (NJ); Sur place; USD 40 000 - 60 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

401(k)

401(k) matching

Employee discounts

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Résumé du poste

A childcare provider in Brick Township is seeking a Lead Teacher responsible for overall care and instruction of children. The selected candidate will design and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum and maintain a stimulating classroom. Applicants should have a CDA, an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, and at least one year of experience in a licensed facility. This position also involves mentoring staff and communicating effectively with parents.

Qualifications

• Documented experience working with children in a licensed childcare facility (1 year minimum).
• Current CPR/First Aid certification preferred.

Responsabilités

• Design and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum.
• Maintain a safe and organized classroom environment.
• Conduct ongoing observation and documentation of children's progress.
• Communicate with parents about child's activities and needs.
• Mentor Assistant Teacher and Floaters.

Connaissances

Curriculum development

Child assessment

Classroom management

Effective communication

Team leadership

Formation

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

Description du poste

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee discounts
• Paid time off
• Tuition assistance

Job Summary

The Lead Teacher is responsible for the overall care, supervision, and instruction of a specific age group. This role designs and implements a developmentally appropriate curriculum, assesses children’s progress, and partners with families to support each child's growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Curriculum & Instruction: Plan, prepare, and implement the daily curriculum in alignment with center philosophy and state standards.
• Classroom Management: Maintain a safe, clean, organized, and stimulating classroom environment that adheres to licensing regulations and ratio requirements.
• Assessment: Conduct ongoing observation and documentation (ex., portfolios, learning assessments) to track children's development and inform lesson planning.
• Communication: Conduct parent-teacher conferences and provide daily written and verbal communication regarding the child's activities, development, and needs.
• Team Leadership: Direct and mentor the Assistant Teacher and Floaters in the classroom, delegating tasks and fostering a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• CDA, Associate's Degree or Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
• Minimum 1 year of documented experience working with children in a licensed childcare facility.
• Current CPR/First Aid certification preferred, but can be acquired.