Lead Teacher - Toddler/ Preschool

Acquire4Hire; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Acquire4Hire is seeking a dedicated Lead Teacher for their Toddler and Preschool classes in Kansas City. The ideal candidate must have experience with young children, a strong commitment to nurturing their development, and the ability to work effectively in a team environment. This role offers opportunities for continuous training and participation in a compassionate educational community.

Benefits

Paid school breaks

5 days paid personal leave per year

Lunch provided

401k with company match after 1 year

Continuous training in Reggio Emilia and RIE philosophies

Qualifications

• College coursework in early childhood education required.
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs for child safety.
• Must be 18 years or older.

Responsibilities

• Overall supervision and daily class functions for children.
• Develop and implement lesson plans according to curriculum.
• Maintain classroom organization and professionalism.

Skills

Dependability

Team Player

Compassion

Problem-Solving

Education

College coursework in early childhood education or related area

2 or 4-year degree in early childhood education or related field

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Base pay range

$15.00/hr - $22.00/hr

Summary

We are seeking a lead Toddler teacher for our toddler class (age 18 mo. - 3 yrs), Pre-school/Pre-K class (age 3-5). A qualified candidate will be dependable and have had child care experience outside of personal family care for the ages they are applying. We focus on experiences through project based learning model. Candidates must be ready to be an active and compassionate advocate for children's rights in their learning environment. Candidates are team players and have tenacity to find solutions to challenges that may present in a classroom environment. The right candidate will be a valuable part of our teacher collaborative.

Classroom ratios are:

Toddler Class 1: 6

Duties

Primary Responsibilities:

• Is responsible for the overall supervision and daily class functions of a group of children.
• Lead teachers will utilize school curriculum standards and developing lesson plans
• Assistant teacher will be responsible for supporting school curriculum and lead teachers
• Assesses each child's academic and behavioral development needs on an ongoing basis.
• Implements the approved lesson plans and daily classroom schedule in accordance with curriculum and programming.
• Provides clear and consistent expectations for the children's behavior.
• Accepts responsibility for maintenance and necessary housekeeping duties of the classroom
• Maintains overall professional personal appearance adhering to the guidelines offered in Employee Handbook
• Curriculum planning
• Family support and communication / interaction
• Collect child documentation and provide child assessments
• Assists in other capacities that Director, or designee, determines is necessary.
  
  

Requirements

Minimum requirements:

• College class work in early childhood education, child development or related area or the equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired
• Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs. in connection with the handling of children for the facilitation of programs, child safety, and potential emergency situations.
• Must be 18 years of age or older to apply.
• Proof of up-to-date Covid-19 vaccination is required.
  
  

Nice To Haves

Desired skills and experience:

• Experience in a Reggio-Inspired program
• Previous teaching or assistant teaching position in a licensed or license-exempt early childhood program preferred
• Knowledge of the social, emotional and creative needs of young children
• 2 or 4-year degree in early childhood education or related field preferred, but not required
  
  

Although highly desired, candidates do not need to have prior experience in RIE or Reggio Emilia Philosophy in a professional childcare setting.

Benefits

Paid school breaks for Thanksgiving, Winter Break, Spring Break, and select federal holidays

5 days paid personal leave per year

Lunch provided

401k with company match after 1 year of service

Compensation can increase based on previous relevant experience and demonstrated ability after a two-week trial period.

Continuous training in Reggio Emilia and RIE philosophies and their application in the classroom

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Training

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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