Lead Teacher

Acquire4Hire; St. Johnsbury (VT); On-site; USD 27,552 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation and sick time

Paid Professional Development

Employee childcare discount

Retirement options

Job summary

Acquire4Hire is seeking a Lead Teacher in St. Johnsbury, Vermont. This role involves managing a classroom and fostering a supportive environment for children. You will work closely with parents to ensure effective communication and develop age-appropriate learning activities.

The ideal candidate is at least 20 years old with an associate degree in a relevant field and experience in childcare. Benefits include $20-$25 hourly pay, health insurance for full-time employees, and a friendly work atmosphere.

Qualifications

• At least 20 years old.
• 12 months of experience in childcare.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a classroom.
• Develop a supportive atmosphere for children and families.
• Plan and implement age-appropriate practices.

Skills

Childcare experience

Classroom management

Communication with parents

Developmentally appropriate practices

Education

Associate degree in a related field

21 college credits in a related field

Vermont Early Childhood career ladder Level three

Job description

About This Role

We are in search for a Lead Teacher to join our expanding team. If you are someone who loves to teach and enrich children’s ability to learn, we are interested in talking to you!

What You’ll Do

• Leading and managing a classroom.
• Developing a caring, supportive atmosphere for children and their parents.
• Providing an effective learning environment within the classroom with the focus on school readiness skills.
• Ensure the safety of each child enrolled in the class, whether in the classroom, on the playground, or in common areas.
• Maintain regular observation and evaluation of children's development and progress as directed by the Center Director and Behavior Specialist.
• Maintain responsibility on a daily basis for the ordered arrangement, appearance, decor, and cleanliness of the learning environment of the classroom.
• Create safe and appropriate diapering, toileting, and handwashing areas and help children with all personal hygiene skills.
• Plan and implement age and developmentally appropriate classroom practices that will include the areas of physical, emotional, social and cognitive needs of young children.
• Encourage children's development in the areas of building self-confidence, problem solving, and taking responsibility for their actions.
• Interact with each child on a daily basis through circle time, centers, snacks, lunchtime, playground, free play, etc.
• Nurture positive relationships with parents and establish continual communication.
• Collaborate with other teachers and staff to support each classroom and individual child's needs.
• Other duties as assigned by your supervisor.

Requirements

• At least 20 years old.
• Vermont Early Childhood career ladder Level three.
• Associate degree in a related field (early childhood, human services, etc.).
• 21 college credits in a related field and 12 months of experience.
• Experience caring for children.

Benefits

• $20 - $25 per hour depending on experience and qualifications.
• Paid vacation and sick time.
• Paid Professional Development opportunities.
• Employee childcare discount.
• Paid planning time.
• Retirement options.
• Now offering HEALTH INSURANCE for full‑time employees!
• Fun and friendly work environment.