Lead Toddler Teacher

Child Care Resources Inc; Blaine (WA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Child Care Discount

Professional Development

Paid vacation and sick leave

Scholarships available

Job summary

Child Care Resources Inc is seeking a full-time experienced Lead Preschool Teacher for a licensed childcare center serving ages 1 month through 5 years. You will lead activities for 1–2 year olds, ensuring a safe, engaging environment and daily routines Monday–Friday, 8:00am–5:00pm.

You must communicate well, work in a team, stay organized, and build positive relationships with children and families. Requirements include HS diploma or GED, WA background check, TB test, STARS training, CPR/First

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to pass a Washington State background check.
• TB test required by first day; STARS basic training.
• CPR and First Aid certification within 14 days.
• Bloodborne pathogens training within 14 days.
• Experience in a childcare center preferred (1 year).
• Must lift up to 45 pounds and be able to kneel, bend, squat or crawl.

Responsibilities

• Follow WA state WAC and center policies.
• Maintain good attendance and punctuality.
• Carry out daily classroom duties and housekeeping tasks.
• Lead developmentally appropriate activities for 1–2 year olds.
• Engage children in learning while ensuring safety and cleanliness.
• Foster positive relationships with children and families.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Patience

Relationship building

Education

High school diploma or GED

ECE certificate (or willingness to get)

Job description

We are a licensed childcare center providing care for 1 month thru 5 years. We are looking for a full-time experienced Lead Preschool Teacher. Shifts are Monday thru Friday 8:00am-5:00pm. This position is working with 7 1-2 year olds, providing children with fun, educational and developmentally appropriate activities in a safe and engaging environment.

You must be able to communicate, listen and work well with others in a team environment as well as be self-motivated and organized. Having patience and an ability to develop positive relationships with children and their families is a must.

What You'll Do

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Follow Washington State Code: WAC
• Follow program policies and procedures
• Maintain good attendance and punctuality
• Carry out program responsibilities
• Follow the classroom daily schedule
• Assume an equal share of joint housekeeping responsibilities such as nightly shutting down the classroom, keeping classroom and children's supplies inventoried
• Actively engage in activities, manage cleanliness, maintenance, and availability of classroom materials.
• Maintain a safe and healthy environment
• Maintain confidentiality

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years old
• Have a high school degree or GED
• Have the ability to pass a Washington State background check
• Have or receive a TB test by the first day
• Have or receive STARS basic training
• High energy and the ability to work well with others (staff, children, and parents) and to foster a team environment.
• Must have or get within 14 days Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification.
• Must have or get within 14 days bloodborne pathogens
• Requirements include the ability to take frequent walks and be required to kneel, bend, squat or crawl.
• Ability to lift up to 45 pounds
• Have an initial ECE certificate or willingness to get. Scholarships available.
• 1 year of verifiable professional experience working at a center or other group care program.

Nice To Have

Experience with lesson planning, prepping and implementation. We use Creative Curriculum, and training is provided.

• Tuition Assistance
• Child Care Discount
• Professional Development
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Scholarships available through Early Achievers
• Paid teacher in-service days and training opportunities

Minimum Education : High School or Equivalent