Lead Child Care Teacher - Growth, Leadership & Teamwork

Small Hands Big Dreams Kirtland; Kirtland (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO Day One

Paid major holidays

Paid birthday off

Health insurance options

Opportunities for career advancement

Professional development

Job summary

Small Hands Big Dreams Kirtland is hiring an experienced Lead Child Care Teacher who is passionate about early childhood education and guiding a classroom with confidence. This role focuses on creating engaging, developmentally appropriate learning experiences and mentoring teammates in a licensed Ohio program.

You will build strong relationships with children and families, lead daily routines, ensure health and safety, and collaborate with leadership to deliver high-quality care and education.

Qualifications

• Meet all state licensing qualifications (5101:2-12-27).
• CPL 3 or higher for lead teacher.

Responsibilities

• Create and implement engaging, developmentally appropriate lesson plans and hands-on learning experiences.
• Foster a safe, nurturing, and inclusive classroom environment where children feel valued and supported.
• Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of every child through active supervision and adherence to licensing standards.
• Build meaningful relationships with families through daily communication, photos, videos, classroom updates, and developmental conversations.
• Observe, assess, and support each child's individual growth and developmental milestones.
• Lead classroom routines while maintaining a positive, organized, and engaging learning environment.
• Collaborate with fellow teachers and leadership to provide the highest quality care and education.
• Serve as a positive role model by demonstrating professionalism, leadership, and a commitment to continuous learning.
• Take pride in creating fun, engaging learning experiences every day.

Skills

Leadership

Team collaboration

Relationship building

Observation & assessment

Education

CPL 3 or higher for lead teacher

Job description

Small Hands Big Dreams Kirtland is hiring an experienced Lead Child Care Teacher who is passionate about early childhood education and guiding a classroom with confidence. This role focuses on creating engaging, developmentally appropriate learning experiences and mentoring teammates in a licensed Ohio program.

You will build strong relationships with children and families, lead daily routines, ensure health and safety, and collaborate with leadership to deliver high-quality care and education.