Lead Pre-K Teacher

Premier Early Childhood Education Partners; Burlington (NC); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Paid Trainings

Generous Benefits Package

401k with Match

Discounts for Childcare

Fun and Positive Place to Work

Open Door Policy

Shirts and Swag

Job summary

The Growing Years of Burlington seeks a Lead Teacher to support Pre-K; involves planning and implementing curriculum for the class, maintaining portfolios, and performing regular assessments. The center emphasizes safety, communication, and a nurture-friendly environment.

This full-time on-site role requires a HS diploma and the ability to pass background checks, with an Associate degree or higher in ECE preferred. Competitive pay and benefits are offered to a dedicated team member.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Associate degree or higher in early childhood education or related field preferred.
• Must be able to pass all background checks.

Responsibilities

• Prepare developmentally appropriate weekly lesson plans using current guides.
• Implement lesson plans weekly across all areas of child development; use parent app.
• Establish professional rapport with families to provide quality care.

Skills

Childcare experience

Background checks

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree or higher in ECE

Job description

The Growing Years of Burlington is a licensed childcare center seeking

The Growing Years of Burlington is a licensed childcare center seeking Lead Teachers to support the following age groups:

• Pre-K

To be QUALIFIED for the Lead Teacher role, we require a high school diploma and the ability to pass all background checks, and an associate degree or higher in early childhood education or a relevant field. plus if you have previous childcare experience!

Required Shift: Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 6:00pm

Compensation: $17-$20 per hour, based on relevant 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 Two's and Lead Preschool Teachers:

• Resume screen
• Phone screen with recruiter (30 minutes)
• On-site interview with Center Director (30-60 minutes)
  • Q&A
  • Classroom observation
• Offer

Main Job Responsibilities for Lead Two's and Preschool 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.

The Growing Years 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.