Lead Teacher: Shape Young Minds in ECE

Children of America, Inc.; Cherry Hill Township (NJ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% employee childcare discount

Educational assistance and TEACH

Employee referral bonuses and recognit

Comprehensive benefits: medical, dent,

401(k) retirement plan

Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays

Internal career advancementopportuniti

Job summary

Children of America, Inc. is hiring a Lead Teacher to work with children from 6 weeks to 12 years, including Infant, Toddler, Preschool, and Pre-K programs. You will join a team of educators in a supportive environment focused on growth and passion for early childhood education.

You will carry out daily lesson plans, document progress, and lead instruction using Mind and Body Matters curriculum, while building strong relationships with children and families.

Qualifications

• CDA or Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a licensed childcare setting.
• CPR and First Aid certification.
• Must meet all state licensing requirements.

Responsibilities

• Carry out daily lesson plans.
• Create a safe, structured, and positive learning environment.
• Communicate professionally with parents, children, and team members.
• Document and share child progress reports using COA tools.
• Demonstrate empathy toward children's emotions and parents' needs.
• Set 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

Strong organizational skills

Decision making

Flexibility

Professional growth

Education

CDA or Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education

CPR and First Aid certification

Job description

Children of America, Inc. is hiring a Lead Teacher to work with children from 6 weeks to 12 years, including Infant, Toddler, Preschool, and Pre-K programs. You will join a team of educators in a supportive environment focused on growth and passion for early childhood education.

You will carry out daily lesson plans, document progress, and lead instruction using Mind and Body Matters curriculum, while building strong relationships with children and families.