Lead Early Childhood Educator — Inspire Growth & Joy

Acquire4Hire; Danbury (CT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Leave

Sick Leave

Child Care Discount

Competitive Pay

PTO & Holidays

Professional Development

NAEYC-accredited Center

Job summary

Little People Learning Center in Danbury, CT is seeking a dedicated Head Teacher to join our family-owned, NAEYC-accredited program. You will lead a classroom, develop lesson plans, ensure safety, and support each child’s growth in a warm, engaging environment.

Applicants must hold a Connecticut Head Teacher Credential (OEC) and have at least 1 year of ECE experience. Strong communication and collaboration with parents and staff are essential for our collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Head Teacher Credential from the Connecticut Office of Early Childhood (OEC) is mandatory.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in early childhood education.
• Strong knowledge of child development and early childhood education best practices.
• Ability to develop creative lesson plans that foster learning and engagement.
• Excellent communication skills for interacting with children and adults (parents and staff).
• Demonstrated leadership ability in a classroom setting.
• A genuine passion for working with young children and contributing to their development in a positive environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement engaging lesson plans that cater to the diverse needs of our children and align with NAEYC standards.
• Supervise and lead a classroom of young learners, prioritizing their safety and well-being at all times.
• Create a nurturing environment that encourages social, emotional, and academic growth in our children.
• Collaborate with colleagues to maintain a cohesive and supportive team approach to teaching.
• Maintain open communication with parents, providing regular updates on children's progress and classroom activities.
• Ensure the classroom remains organized and clean at all times.
• Maintain accurate records of child assessments, behavior, and development.
• Engage in ongoing professional development to contribute to the center's growth and success.

Skills

Leadership in classroom

Communication skills

Lesson planning creativity

Team collaboration

Energy and engagement

Education

CT OEC Head Teacher Credential

ECE degree or related (30+ credits)

Job description

Little People Learning Center in Danbury, CT is seeking a dedicated Head Teacher to join our family-owned, NAEYC-accredited program. You will lead a classroom, develop lesson plans, ensure safety, and support each child’s growth in a warm, engaging environment.

Applicants must hold a Connecticut Head Teacher Credential (OEC) and have at least 1 year of ECE experience. Strong communication and collaboration with parents and staff are essential for our collaborative team.