Lead Teacher

nationwidechildrens; North Carolina; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Nationwide Children's seeks a dedicated early childhood educator to design and implement age-appropriate curriculum, supervise young learners, and communicate progress to families. The role emphasizes safety, development monitoring, and collaboration with staff to maintain a nurturing classroom.

The position requires at least a high school diploma, with a preferred associate degree in early childhood education or CDA within one year.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate's Degree in Child Development or Early Childhood Education preferred.
• Active CDA certification within one year of hire preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops age-appropriate lesson plans and activities for young children.
• Monitors and supervises children to ensure their safety and well-being.
• Communicates effectively with parents regarding children's progress and behavior.
• Implements positive discipline techniques to encourage good behavior.
• Observes and assesses children's development and growth.
• Collaborates with other teachers and staff to create a nurturing learning environment.

Skills

Communication

Supervision

Multitasking

Positive environment

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

Overview

Designs, implements, and reviews age-appropriate curriculum, manages classroom activities and interactions, supervises assistant teachers, students and volunteers while maintaining a safe and healthy environment.

Job Description

Essential Functions

• Develops age-appropriate lesson plans and activities for young children.
• Monitors and supervises children to ensure their safety and well-being.
• Communicates effectively with parents regarding children's progress and behavior.
• Implements positive discipline techniques to encourage good behavior.
• Observes and assesses children's development and growth.
• Collaborates with other teachers and staff to create a nurturing learning environment.

Education Requirement

• High School Diploma or equivalent, required.
• Associate's Degree in Child Development or Early Childhood Education, preferred.

Certifications

• Active Child Development Associate (CDA) certification within one year of hire, preferred.
• 24 annual hours of Ohio-Approved Professional Development tracked by department, unless Associate's Degree or CDA certification is maintained, required.

Skills

• Effective communication skills to interact with children, families, and other professionals.
• Ability to supervise and direct Assistant Teachers and students.
• Flexibility and ability to handle multiple tasks and change priorities.
• Ability to create a positive atmosphere in the classroom.

Experience

• Experience in an early childhood education program, preferred.

Physical Requirements

• OCCASIONALLY:
  • Chemicals/Medications
  • Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs
  • Lifting / Carrying: 11-20 lbs
  • Lifting / Carrying: 21-40 lbs
  • Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs
  • Pushing / Pulling: 26-40 lbs
  • Sitting, Working Outdoors, hot temperatures, cold temperatures
• FREQUENTLY:
  • Blood and/or Bodily Fluids
  • Climb stairs/ladder
  • Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens
  • Computer skills
  • Flexing/extending of neck
  • Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning
  • Loud Noises
  • Reaching above shoulder
  • Repetitive hand/arm use
  • Walking
• CONTINUOUSLY:
  • Audible speech
  • Bend/twist
  • Color vision
  • Decision Making
  • Depth perception
  • Hearing acuity
  • Peripheral vision
  • Problem solving
  • Seeing - Far/near
  • Squat/kneel
  • Standing
• Additional Physical Requirements performed but not listed above:
  • Able to multi-task within a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to sit (on floor) in close proximity to children during play and activity periods. Constantly
  • Ability to lift a child into a crib and place them in it safely. Constantly
  • Ability to actively supervise children during gross motor play. Constantly
  • Ability to move rapidly in potentially unsafe physical situations: example: a child falling off the climber. Constantly
  • Ability to bend over quickly to pick up children by their torso, not by their arms. Constantly

"The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet"