Infant Lead Teacher

Little Peoples Village 2 LLC; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Tuition assistance

Job summary

A childcare center in Philadelphia is seeking a Teacher responsible for developing a cohesive teaching team and managing the classroom. The ideal candidate has a degree in early childhood education and experience in child care. Key skills include communication, leadership, and a strong understanding of child development. Benefits include competitive salary and flexible schedule.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of professional child care experience.
• Must clear full background check and must pass health screening.
• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs.
• Understanding of child development.
• Excellent leadership and organizational skills.
• CPR and First Aid certification required.
• Background check and health screening required.
• Physical ability to bend, stand, climb, jump or walk; lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Developing a cohesive teaching team and coordinating the curriculum.
• Managing the day-to-day operational activities of the classroom.
• Ensuring a safe and stimulating classroom environment.
• Communicate effectively with children and adults to meet needs and resolve concerns.

Skills

Strong oral and written communication skills

High energy and ability to work well with others

Excellent leadership skills

Understanding of child development

Child care experience

CPR/First Aid certification

Education

Bachelor or Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education

30 Credits in ECE

Tools

Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification

Job description

Benefits:

401(k)

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Tuition assistance

The Teacher is responsible for developing a cohesive teaching team, coordinating the curriculum, and managing the day-to-day operational activities of the classroom. Teachers must understand children’s cognitive, social, emotional and physical development in order to ensure a safe and stimulating classroom environment where children are actively engaged and encouraged to succeed. The Teacher must be skilled in communicating with both children and adults in order to meet the needs of the children, implement best practices and resolve parental concerns.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

· Knowledge of Infant and Toddlers.

· Maintain career lattice and annual trainings of Keystone Stars

· Bachelor or Associate’s Degree in early childhood education or related field of study with a minimum of 30 Credits in ECE a plus.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

· Minimum of 1 year of professional child care experience.

· Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.

· High energy and the ability to work well with others (staff, children, and parents) and to foster a team environment.

· A strong understanding of child development.

· Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

· Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification.

· Must clear full background check and must pass health screening.

· Must be able to perform physical activities such as: bending, standing, climbing, jumping or walking.

· Must be able to lift up to 50lbs.