Lead Teacher – Early Childhood (Full-Time)

Servingschools; York (ME); Sur place; USD 20 000 - 29 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

60-minute breaks each day

Professional development opportunities

Nut-free facility

Résumé du poste

Tree Frog Learning Center is expanding our teaching teams with a Lead Teacher role responsible for managing a classroom from ages 6 weeks to 5 years, including infant to Pre-K programs.

The ideal candidate is a warm communicator who establishes routines, ensures safety, and partners with families and colleagues to deliver a structured, engaging environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; CDA or higher preferred.
• Active MRTQ Practitioner Registry or willingness to register.
• Current Child CPR & First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain.
• Background checks including Maine DHHS, SBI, and fingerprinting.
• 1–2 years of leadership in an early childhood classroom preferred.

Responsabilités

• Develop and implement a creative, play-based curriculum aligned with state early learning standards (MELDS).
• Employ varied educational techniques to teach shapes, numbers, colors, and practical skills.
• Observe children to track developmental progress and support social skills and self-esteem.
• Guide peer interactions and help children resolve conflicts peacefully.
• Organize nap and snack hours and actively supervise for safety.
• Communicate regularly with parents to share progress and understand background.
• Lead and collaborate with Assistant Teachers and Float staff to maintain a clean, safe classroom.

Connaissances

Love for children

Patience

Strong communication

Formation

High School Diploma or GED

CDA or Associate/Bachelor in Early Childhood Education

Description du poste

Tree Frog Learning Center is expanding our teaching teams! We are seeking a confident, proactive Lead Teacher who naturally takes charge of a classroom, sets a positive tone, and creates a structured, fun environment. We educate children ages 6 weeks to 5 years old across our infant, toddler, preschool, and Pre-K classrooms.

The ideal candidate is a passionate, warm communicator who easily engages a room, establishes clear routines, and earns the trust and attention of our young learners and their families.

Schedule & Shift Details

• Work Week: Monday through Friday
• Shift: Full-Time (Scheduled between 7:00 AM and 5:30 PM)
• Breaks: Structured 60-minute daily breaks built directly into the schedule

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a creative, play-based curriculum aligned with state early learning standards (MELDS).
• Employ varied educational techniques (storytelling, educational play, media, crafts) to teach shapes, numbers, colors, and practical capabilities.
• Observe children to track developmental progress, support social competencies, and build self-esteem.
• Guide peer interactions, helping children learn to resolve arguments peacefully.
• Organize nap and snack hours, actively supervising children to ensure safety at all times.
• Communicate regularly with parents to understand each child’s background and share developmental progress.
• Lead and collaborate with Assistant Teachers and Float staff to maintain a clean, tidy, and safe classroom.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Love & Patience for Children: A genuine dedication to early childhood development.
• Education: High School Diploma/GED required; active CDA (Child Development Associate), or an Associate/Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred.
• Registry: Active membership on the Maine Roads to Quality (MRTQ) Practitioner Registry (or willingness to register upon hire).
• Certifications: Current Child CPR & First Aid Certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire).
• Background Check: Ability to pass required Maine DHHS, State Bureau of Identification (SBI), and fingerprinting checks.
• Experience: Minimum 1–2 years leading a licensed early childhood classroom preferred.

Compensation & Workplace Benefits

• Pay Rate: Determined by Education and Experience (commensurate with MRTQ level and credentials), starting at $18.00/hr.
• Maine Salary Supplement: Eligible positions qualify for monthly stipends through the Maine ECE Workforce Salary Supplement Program.
• Workplace Support: Guaranteed 60-minute daily breaks, predictable schedules, and paid ongoing professional development.
• Facility Safety: We are a nut‑free facility.

Tree Frog Learning Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.