Lead Teacher

Children of America; Gloucester Township (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Children of America as a Lead Teacher where you will play a vital role in shaping the curriculum and fostering a nurturing learning environment for children aged 6 weeks to 12 years. Enjoy opportunities for internal career advancement, benefits such as medical, dental, and a 50% discount on childcare, while working alongside a passionate team in an inclusive and supportive atmosphere that values diversity.

Benefits

Internal Career Advancement Opportunities

50% Discount on Employee Childcare

Educational Assistance/Reimbursement

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Vacation and Paid Holidays

Recognition Programs

Qualifications

• Experience with children in a preschool setting.
• Commitment to professional development.
• Experience in early childhood education preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan daily lessons that support social, emotional, physical, & intellectual growth.
• Create a positive and safe learning environment.
• Communicate appropriately and professionally with parents and staff.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Ability to build strong relationships

Effective decision making

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

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About Children of America (COA) We're a special blend of people, principles and pride that makes the COA rich in diversity and strength. Our lead teachers are responsible for planning lessons and executing our curriculum. You will work alongside a talented team of educators in a supportive environment where you are encouraged to grow in your field and share your passion for early childhood education. Additionally, our company culture invites you to bring your whole self to work, because it is your unique attributes, perspectives and backgrounds that make us a stronger team. Our program serves preschool children 6 weeks - 12 years of age. Programs include Infant, Toddler, Preschool, Pre-K, Before and After Care and Summer Camp.

Who Would I Interact with? In this role, you will interact daily with and Assistant Teacher, children, parents, the management team, and teaching staff just to name a few.

What are the requirements for this job?

• High School Diploma and Experience
• Flexible in challenging situations
• Strong organizational skills
• Must be able to build strong relationships
• Commitment to professional development
• Effective decision making
• Meet all state requirements for position.
  
  

What are the day-to-day responsibilities?

• Requires a gentle touch while instituting our developmentally appropriate curriculum
• Ability to handle the demands of infants and toddlers in different stages.
• Be highly organized with the ability to create a positive learning environment.
• Ensure a safe structured learning environment.
• Empathetic to children's emotions and parent's needs.
• Plan daily lessons that support social, emotional, physical, & intellectual growth of each child.
• Communicate appropriately and professionally with parents and fellow staff.
• Excellent writing skills and use of technology to deliver child progress to parents and other teachers.
• Present expectations that are appropriate to the child's age and developmental level.
• Be creative, passionate about your work and have fun.
  
  

Our Shared Mission

• Accountability: We empower self-decision making by accepting responsibility and learning from our mistakes to serve COA's mission, vision, and values.
• Collaboration: We align solutions that understand the needs of our stakeholders to serve COA's mission, vision, and values.
• Growth Mindset: We view obstacles as opportunities for growth, accepting feedback to enhance the development of employees and the organization.
• Integrity: We go beyond honesty and loyalty by considering the impact of decisions and doing what's right for all stakeholders.
• Consistency: We ensure continuity of care to uphold COA's brand and enable stakeholders to have clear expectations of their experience.
  
  

The Benefits Our Lead Teachers (school Age) Enjoy

• Internal Career Advancement Opportunities.
• 50% Discount on Employee Childcare
• Educational Assistance/Reimbursement
• T.E.A.C.H Scholarship Partnerships
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Recognition Programs
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k), Life, Accident, & Disability
• Paid Vacation/ Paid Holidays
• Salary advertised is an estimate; final salary is negotiable dependent on final position, level of education and experience.
  
  

Children of America is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.

All job offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and the submission of the required state documents.

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