Lead Toddler Teacher

Premier Early Childhood Education Partners; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A licensed childcare center in Cary is looking for a Lead Toddler Teacher to create and implement lesson plans for toddlers. The ideal candidate will hold a high school diploma and have a degree in early childhood education. The role includes ensuring children's safety and well-being, maintaining a clean classroom, and engaging with families. Join a family-oriented organization that values professional development and offers competitive pay and benefits.

Benefits

Paid Trainings

Generous Benefits Package

401k with Match

Discounts for Childcare

Fun and Positive Place to Work

Open Door Policy

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; Associate's or Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education preferred.
• Ability to pass background checks and previous childcare experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare developmentally appropriate lesson plans one week in advance.
• Ensure safety and well-being of children while maintaining a clean classroom.
• Conduct biannual parent/teacher conferences.

Skills

Childcare

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education

Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education

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Base pay range

$16.00/hr - $19.00/hr

Description

The Growing Years of Cary is a licensed childcare center seeking Lead Teachers to support the following age groups:

• Toddlers

To be QUALIFIED for the Lead Teacher opportunity, we require a high school diploma and the ability to pass all background checks. We also require an associate's or a bachelor's degree in early childhood education or a completed associate's or bachelor's degree with at least 12 credits of early childhood education or their equivalent. A plus if you have previous childcare experience!

Required Shift: Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 6:00pm

Compensation: $16-$19 per hour, based on education and experience

We are a family-oriented, close-knit organization and we have a lot to offer our next team member including:

• Competitive Pay
• Paid Trainings, including Enhanced Career and Professional Development
• Generous Benefits Package, including Dental, Medical, and Vision Insurance
• 401k with Match
• Discounts for Childcare
• Fun and Positive Place to Work
• Open Door Policy
• Shirts and Swag - we love to show appreciation for our teachers!

Our Hiring Process For Lead Teachers

• Resume screen
• Phone screen with recruiter (30 minutes)
• On-site interview with Center Director (30-60 minutes)
• Q&A
• Classroom observation
• Offer

Main Job Responsibilities For Lead Teachers

• Prepare lesson plans that are developmentally appropriate one week in advance using current curriculum guides.
• Implement lesson plans/curriculum on a weekly basis covering all areas of child development and carry out lesson plans according to classroom schedule/daily routine; Use our parent communication app efficiently.
• Establish a professional level of rapport with each family to provide quality care for the children.
• Responsible for the safety and well-being of each child, responding to their emotional needs; and maintaining an organized, clean, safe, and appropriately decorated classroom.
• Maintain a child assessment and portfolio for each child, as well as conduct biannual parent/teacher conferences during the month of November and May.
• Physical ability to work around small children including sitting, standing, walking, running, and climbing stairs.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs. and fulfill all physical requirements of the role.
• Carry out the daily responsibilities of the classroom relating to the care of the children.

If you have a positive attitude, love working with children and desire to work in a fun and professional environment, we encourage you to apply today!

The Growing Years is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace and celebrate diversity and inclusivity. We do not tolerate any kind of discrimination in our hiring processes against any groups protected by federal, state, or local law.