Lead Teacher

Little Guppy; Missouri; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A licensed childcare center is seeking Lead Teachers to support toddlers. Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and a passion for working with children. The role includes preparing lesson plans and ensuring the safety and well-being of children. The center offers competitive pay, benefits, and a positive work environment.

Benefits

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

Qualifications

• Ability to pass all background checks.
• Physical ability to work around small children.

Responsibilities

• Prepare lesson plans that are developmentally appropriate.
• Establish rapport with families to provide quality care.
• Maintain an organized, clean, and safe classroom.

Skills

Childcare Experience

Communication

Organization

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Little Guppy's is a licensed childcare center seeking Lead Teachersto support the following age groups:

Toddlers

To be QUALIFIED for this position, we require a high school diploma OR GED and the ability to pass all background checks. A plus if you have previous childcare experience!

Required Shift: Monday - Friday, full-time, 8:30am-5:30pm

Compensation: $15-$17/hour, based on 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!

Main Job Responsibilities:

• 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; Useour 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.

If you have a positive attitude, love working with children and desire to work in a fun and professional environment, we encourage you to apply today!

Little Guppy's 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.