Lead Childcare Teacher

A+ Childcare and Learning Center; Yorktown (VA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Paid Trainings

Generous Benefits Package

401k with Match

Discounts for Childcare

Fun Work Environment

Appreciation Gifts

Job summary

A+ Childcare and Learning Center in Yorktown, Virginia is seeking dedicated Lead Teachers to support the development of young children. The successful candidates will engage in lesson planning, family interaction, and ensure a safe, nurturing environment.

This role offers competitive pay ranging from $15-$18 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience, along with a generous benefits package that includes healthcare, 401k matching, and professional development opportunities.

If you love working with children in a supportive team, apply today!

Qualifications

• Ability to pass all background checks.
• Physical ability to lift and carry children up to 40 lbs.
• Organizational skills for classroom management.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and implement lesson plans weekly.
• Establish rapport with families for quality care.
• Ensure safety and well-being of each child.
• Maintain organized and safe classroom environment.
• Conduct assessments and parent conferences biannually.

Skills

Childcare experience

Communication skills

Lesson planning

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree or higher

Job description

A+ Childcare & Learning is a licensed childcare center seeking Lead Teachers to support the following age groups:

• Two's

To be QUALIFIED for the Lead Teacher opportunity, we require a high school diploma, associate degree or higher is required, and the ability to pass all background checks. Plus if you have previous childcare experience.

Required Shift

• 9:00am - 6:00pm
• 8:30am - 5:30pm
• 6:00am - 3:00pm
• 7:30am - 4:30pm

Compensation: $15-$18 per hour, based on education and experience

We are a family-oriented, close-knit organization and we have a lot to offer our next team member including:

• Competitive Pay
• Paid Trainings, including Enhanced Career and Professional Development
• Generous Benefits Package, including Dental, Medical, and Vision Insurance
• 401k with Match
• Discounts for Childcare
• Fun and Positive Place to Work
• Open Door Policy
• Shirts and Swag - we love to show appreciation for our teachers!

Our Hiring Process for Lead Teachers

1. Resume screen
2. Phone screen with recruiter (30 minutes)
3. On-site interview with Center Director (30-60 minutes)
1. Q&A
2. Classroom observation
4. Offer

Main Job Responsibilities for Lead Teachers

• Prepare lesson plans that are developmentally appropriate one week in advance using current curriculum guides.
• Implement lesson plans/curriculum on a weekly basis covering all areas of child development and carry out lesson plans according to classroom schedule/daily routine; Use our parent communication app efficiently.
• Establish a professional level of rapport with each family to provide quality care for the children.
• Responsible for the safety and well-being of each child, responding to their emotional needs; and maintaining an organized, clean, safe, and appropriately decorated classroom.
• Maintain a child assessment and portfolio for each child, as well as conduct biannual parent/teacher conferences during the month of November and May.
• Physical ability to work around small children including sitting, standing, walking, running, and climbing stairs.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs. and fulfill all physical requirements of the role.
• Carry out the daily responsibilities of the classroom relating to the care of the children.

If you have a positive attitude, love working with children and desire to work in a fun and professional environment, we encourage you to apply today!

A+ Childcare and Learning is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace and celebrate diversity and inclusivity. We do not tolerate any kind of discrimination in our hiring processes against any groups protected by federal, state, or local law.