Lead Infant Teacher- Penacook Community Early Learning Center

Child Care Resources Inc; Concord (NH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading organization as a lead teacher in Penacook, NH, where you'll create a nurturing environment for children. This full-time position offers competitive compensation, professional development, and a chance to make a meaningful impact in children's lives. Ideal candidates will have ECE credits and experience, along with strong communication skills. Enjoy a supportive work culture and an extensive benefits package.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Retirement Contributions

Paid Time Off

Professional Development

Mileage Reimbursement

Child Care Program

Qualifications

• Minimum of 18 ECE credits and two years of Early Childhood Education experience.
• Strong communication skills with staff, families, and the community.

Responsibilities

• Create a nurturing classroom environment promoting development.
• Supervise staff, volunteers, and students.
• Evaluate programs and ensure compliance with standards.

Skills

Communication

Relationship Building

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

18+ ECE Credits

Job description

Summary

Are you motivated to make a difference in the lives of children? Do you have the skills and dedication to join our team at the Boys & Girls Club? If so, we invite you to apply ASAP.

If you're looking for fulfilling, meaningful work and the chance to positively impact children's lives as a caring mentor, look no further. We offer competitive compensation, professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement, and individualized career paths.

Become part of a top-notch team as a lead teacher. We are offering a full-time position at the Penacook Community Center in Penacook, NH. This is a great opportunity to grow within a supportive organization. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, caring, with a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent and at least 18 ECE credits. Responsibilities include planning, implementing, supervising, and creating a nurturing classroom environment that promotes various aspects of development in collaboration with families.

Duties

Prepare Youth for Success

• Create an environment conducive to achieving Youth Development Outcomes.
• Respond sensitively to children's interests, requests, and needs; interact positively; encourage exploration; and use positive guidance strategies.
• Provide guidance and role modeling; plan curriculum to meet individual needs, incorporating emergent curriculum elements.
• Establish and maintain program goals ensuring health and safety.
• Evaluate programs continually, track outcomes, and ensure activities respond to member needs, considering gender and cultural diversity.
• Use observation notes for curriculum planning and maintain accurate records.
• Account for members in their group by name and face.
• Ensure compliance with NAEYC standards, GSQ, Culture DNA, BGCCNNH, and CCLU policies regarding safety and best practices.
• Administer medications and first aid as needed; communicate occurrences to families.
• Maintain classroom cleanliness and organization.

Program Development, Implementation, and Supervision

• Manage record-keeping and weekly reports; provide data to the Center Director.
• Communicate effectively with families, staff, and children.
• Supervise staff, volunteers, and students; provide feedback.
• Support volunteers and staff through modeling and guidance.
• Lead planning meetings; enhance program visibility via social media and communications.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Qualified lead teacher with 18+ credits and two years of Early Childhood Education experience, or equivalent.
• At least 18 years old with 1,000+ hours in a licensed program.
• Knowledge of current teaching methods, curriculum development, and application.
• Ability to develop and implement quality programs and foster positive relationships with children.
• Strong communication skills with staff, families, and the community.
• Willingness to maintain appropriate appearance, adapt to learning styles, and obtain CPR/First Aid certifications.
• Possibility of driving the Club van/short bus; must have a safe driving record.
• Assist in cleaning and organizing; maintain confidentiality.
• Willingness to travel occasionally between locations.

Additional Expectations

• Candidates must pass FBI fingerprint and state criminal record checks; employment is contingent on background clearance.
• Zero-tolerance policy for abuse; violations will result in disciplinary action, including termination.

Nice To Haves

Visit www.nhyouth.org to learn more about our organization.

Benefits

This is a full-time, hourly position with an extensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, retirement contributions, paid time off, professional development, mileage reimbursement, and a child care program.