Infant Toddler Lead Teacher

Children's Paradise, Inc.; Vista (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision

401k matching

Childcare discounts

Annual stipends & events

Mental health support

Paid time off

Job summary

Children’s Paradise is seeking a classroom lead to guide the educational care and development of a specific group of students, implementing the Quality Preschool Initiative and collaborating with colleagues and families to maintain high standards.

You will plan and implement a rich curriculum, use the CLASS tool for purposeful teaching, and ensure health and safety guidelines are followed across locations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in ECE/Child Development or higher level degree.
• Infant/toddler units.
• 24 ECE units + ability to attain Child Development Teacher's Permit or higher level permit

Responsibilities

• Lead the classroom to implement the Quality Preschool Initiative per program requirements.
• Supervise Instructional Assistants and support high-quality learning for students and families.
• Collaborate with children, staff and families to ensure high-quality early childhood education.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in ECE/Child Development or higher level degree

Infant/toddler units

24 ECE units + ability to attain Child Development Teacher's Permit or higher level permit

Job description

Description

What We Offer:

• Fun & Dynamic Work Environment
• Growth and Promotional Opportunities
• 100% Medical Benefits Provided
• Dental, Vision and Matching 401k Plans Offered
• Discounted to No Cost Childcare (based on qualifications)
• Annual Stipends and Quarterly Company-Wide Events
• Behavioral and Mental Health Support Provided
• Paid Vacation, Sick and Holidays

At Children’s Paradise, we believe that EVERY CHILD DESERVES TO BEGIN LIFE WITH BIG DREAMS! If every child was provided a quality early education, they would be more prepared for learning in kindergarten and do better throughout their education. Join a dedicated group of professionals that are making a difference in the communities we live and work in, all while having fun, enjoying great people and having great pay and benefits!

Job Summary

Lead the educational care and development of a specific classroom by implementing all components of the Quality Preschool Initiative as defined in the Program requirements. Supervise all Instructional Assistants (IA’s) and perform tasks required to support High Quality learning for all students, parents & extended families. Collaborate with children, staff & families to assure High Quality early childhood education

• Responsible for planning & implementing a rich curriculum which incorporates the Creative Curriculum, and PITC Curriculum.
• The teacher will be responsible for using the CLASS tool to guide intentional teaching and meaningful engagement. The teacher will be responsible for creating and maintaining the specific interest centers including Science, Math, Literacy & Language, Dramatic Play, Block Play, Sensory Play, Mindful Me & Soft Places for relaxing using ITERS guidelines.
• Responsible to insure daily Classroom cleanliness that meets with all Health & Safety Guidelines as defined within ITERS & the External Health & Safety review.

Requirements

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in ECE/ Child Development or higher level degree.
• Infant/toddler units.
• 24 ECE units +ability to attain Child Development Teacher's Permit or higher level permit

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work at various locations, as needed.
• Ability to walk, sit, and stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds to support children.
• Ability to bend and squat to interact with children.