Group Leader - Childcare

LADACIN Network; New Jersey; On-site; USD 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Health benefits

Paid time off

Leadership opportunities

Onsite childcare

Discount programs

Job summary

LADACIN's Child Care Program seeks a compassionate Child Care Group Leader for a full-time role from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. The leader creates a safe, engaging classroom environment while supporting each child's development and family communication.

The position emphasizes licensing compliance, collaboration with staff, and ongoing professional growth within a nonprofit pediatric program serving diverse needs in New Jersey.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• CDA/Associate/Bachelor or teaching certification in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred.
• Experience working with young children required.
• Experience with children with special needs preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
• Must pass all required background checks and licensing requirements.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement age-appropriate activities supporting development.
• Create and maintain a safe, clean, welcoming classroom.
• Supervise and mentor classroom assistants promoting teamwork.
• Develop lesson plans and maintain documentation per licensing requirements.
• Observe, assess, and document children's developmental progress.
• Build positive relationships with families and communicate progress.
• Ensure compliance with licensing regulations and agency policies.
• Collaborate with coworkers and supervisors to provide high-quality childcare.
• Participate in staff meetings, professional development, trainings.
• Maintain confidentiality and uphold professionalism.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CDA / Associate / Bachelor / teaching certification in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred

Job description

Child Care Group Leader

Full-Time Position | Licensed Child Care Program

About Our Program

LADACIN's Child Care Program provides a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment where young children can learn, grow, and thrive. Our experienced staff create developmentally appropriate learning experiences while fostering each child's social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development.

LADACIN (Lifetime Assistance for Developmental and Challenging Individual Needs) has been serving the community for more than 75 years. As a nonprofit agency, our mission is to provide a continuum of educational, therapeutic, social, residential, and support services to infants, children, and adults with complex physical and developmental disabilities or delays.

Answering Needs. Advancing Potential.

Position Summary

We are seeking a compassionate, energetic Child Care Group Leader to join our early childhood team. The Group Leader is responsible for creating a safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment while supporting the individual needs of each child.This is a full-time position 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and implement age-appropriate activities that support children's cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development.
• Create and maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming classroom environment.
• Supervise and mentor classroom assistants while promoting teamwork and collaboration.
• Develop lesson plans and maintain classroom documentation in accordance with licensing requirements.
• Observe, assess, and document children's developmental progress.
• Build positive relationships with families and maintain open communication regarding children's progress and daily activities.
• Ensure compliance with all Office of Licensing regulations and agency policies.
• Collaborate with coworkers and supervisors to provide high-quality childcare services.
• Participate in staff meetings, professional development, and required trainings.
• Maintain confidentiality and uphold the highest standards of professionalism.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Child Development Associate (CDA), Associate's degree, Bachelor's degree, or teaching certification in Early Childhood Education or a related field preferred.
• Experience working with young children required.
• Experience working with children with special needs preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
• Must pass all required background checks and meet New Jersey Office of Licensing requirements.

What We Offer

• Sign-on bonus $1,000.
• Low-cost health benefits.
• Generous paid time off.
• Meaningful mission-driven work.
• Opportunities for leadership and professional growth.
• Supportive team environment.
• Onsite childcare available in Monmouth County.
• Discount programs.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Pay Range: $17.75 - $21.00 per hour