Lead Teacher: Nurturing Early Learning Leader

First Learning; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Generations is seeking a dedicated Early Childhood Educator to plan and implement developmentally appropriate programming in your assigned classroom. You will monitor each child's development and communicate progress to families while collaborating with supervisors and staff to ensure high-quality care.

You will supervise daily activities, connect with families on tours, lead parent conferences, and pursue ongoing professional development to meet OCFS regulations and accreditation standards.

Qualifications

• Education: CDA credential or 12 credit hours in Early Childhood Education with plan to continue education.
• Certification: Foundations in Health and Safety or willingness to complete within first week.
• Experience: At least 1 year of program experience required.
• Knowledge: Thorough knowledge of early childhood developmentally appropriate practices and regulations; CPR/First Aid/MAT required or willing.
• Physical/Mental Abilities: Able to provide daily care and supervise children; respond to emergencies.
• Skills: Strong leadership and communication with parents, children, staff and supervisor; flexible and team-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision and daily care to all children in your classroom.
• Uses appropriate language and tone with children.
• Promotes self-esteem and self-help skills.
• Communicate regularly with families about child development.
• Holds bi-annual parent-teacher conferences; meet as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality on child matters.
• Lead tours for prospective families with classroom information.
• Participate in staff meetings and yearly program evaluation.
• Offer leadership to assistant staff.
• Pursue annual 30 hours of training and stay current with regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Positive attitude

Education

CDA credential

12 ECE credits

Willingness to pursue further education

Job description

Generations is seeking a dedicated Early Childhood Educator to plan and implement developmentally appropriate programming in your assigned classroom. You will monitor each child's development and communicate progress to families while collaborating with supervisors and staff to ensure high-quality care.

You will supervise daily activities, connect with families on tours, lead parent conferences, and pursue ongoing professional development to meet OCFS regulations and accreditation standards.