Lead Educator, Early Childhood

Sheltering Arms Early Education and Family Centers; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Sheltering Arms Early Education and Family Centers is seeking a Lead Teacher to ensure the care and education of a group of children as part of a teaching team. You will assist with curriculum planning and implementation, maintain an orderly and safe environment, and communicate with families about child progress.

The role requires knowledge of child development, nutrition and health practices, and the ability to work collaboratively with Curriculum Specialists and Center Directors.

Qualifications

• Associate's in early childhood education or closely related field.
• BA or BS in Early Childhood or closely related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain an orderly learning environment.
• Promote healthy eating practices by eating with children.
• Help children maintain proper dental hygiene according to regulations.
• Post necessary health and safety information.
• Interact with children in activities they are supervising.
• Perform health checks on children daily.
• Provide balance between child/teacher-initiated activities.
• Plan and implement activities that promote language and literacy development.
• Greet children upon arrival and departure.
• Maintain lesson plans on a weekly basis.

Education

Associate's in Early Childhood Education or closely related field

BA or BS: Early Childhood or closely related field preferred

Job description

Sheltering Arms Early Education and Family Centers is seeking a Lead Teacher to ensure the care and education of a group of children as part of a teaching team. You will assist with curriculum planning and implementation, maintain an orderly and safe environment, and communicate with families about child progress.

The role requires knowledge of child development, nutrition and health practices, and the ability to work collaboratively with Curriculum Specialists and Center Directors.