Lead Teacher - Early Childhood, Growth & Perks

Children of America, Inc.; Bowie (MD); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Internal career advancement

50% employee childcare discount

TEACH scholarships

Referral bonuses

Medical, dental, vision, life, and AD

401(k)

Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays

Job summary

Children of America is seeking a Lead Teacher to join our team of educators. You will implement daily lesson plans and create a safe, positive learning environment for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years across our COA programs, including Infant, Toddler, Preschool, Pre-K, Before & After Care, and Summer Camp.

This role partners with parents and staff, requires an Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education, CPR/First Aid, and at least one year of licensed childcare experience.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree with a min of 6 credit hours in Early Childhood Education.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a licensed childcare setting.
• CPR and First Aid certification.
• Must meet all state licensing requirements.
• Strong organizational and decision-making skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with children, families, and staff.
• Flexible and adaptable in challenging situations.
• Commitment to professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Carry out daily lesson plans.
• Assist in creating a safe, structured, and positive learning environment.
• Communicate professionally with parents, children, and team members.
• Utilize technology to document and deliver child progress reports.
• Exhibit empathy toward children's emotions and parents' needs.
• Present age-appropriate expectations for children.
• Be creative, passionate, and engaged in your work.
• Lead classroom instruction using COA's Mind and Body Matters curriculum.

Skills

Communication

Relationship building

Organizational skills

Adaptability

Professional growth

Education

Associate degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Children of America is seeking a Lead Teacher to join our team of educators. You will implement daily lesson plans and create a safe, positive learning environment for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years across our COA programs, including Infant, Toddler, Preschool, Pre-K, Before & After Care, and Summer Camp.

This role partners with parents and staff, requires an Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education, CPR/First Aid, and at least one year of licensed childcare experience.