Lead Toddler Teacher

The Learning Gate; Raritan (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Une opportunité passionnante pour devenir Toddler Lead Teacher dans un environnement dynamique et enrichissant. Le candidat idéal supervisera la salle de classe des tout-petits et agira comme un modèle pour les enfants, tout en collaborant étroitement avec les directeurs et le personnel. Des compétences en leadership, patience et créativité sont essentielles pour réussir. Rejoignez une équipe dévouée à l'éducation et à l'épanouissement des jeunes enfants.

Benefits

401(k)

Assurance dentaire

Uniformes gratuits

Assurance santé

Congés payés

Formation et développement

Assurance vision

Qualifications

• Doit avoir une formation en éducation de la petite enfance.
• Doit réussir à satisfaire les exigences du bureau de licence du New Jersey.
• Formation en premiers secours et CPR Infant-Child requise ou volonté d'être formé.

Responsibilities

• Supervision générale et gestion de la salle de classe pour les enfants de 2 ans.
• Planification et mise en œuvre de programmes adaptés aux enfants.
• Documentation et respect des règlements de licence.

Skills

Leadership

Créativité

Patience

Sensibilité

Education

Associate degree en éducation de la petite enfance

Job description

Benefits:

401(k)

Dental insurance

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Title: Toddler Lead Teacher

Supervisor: Site Director

General Function:

The individual selected for this position will be responsible for the general supervision and management of the Toddler 2 Classroom.

Requirements:

The person selected must be professionally prepared as an experienced teacher of young children, especially in the field of early childhood education, and must be able to meet the requirements of the Office of Licensing for the state of New Jersey. This person must be sensitive and mature and can relate well to both children and adults. This person must have personality, patience, creativity, and the ability to provide leadership and stability for program continuity. This person must have evidence of training in First Aid and Infant-Child CPR (or willingness to be trained). An associate degree in early childhood education or related field is preferred.

Principle Activities:

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following:

● Planning, supervising, and implementing the program in accordance with the philosophy and policies of The Learning Gate, Office of Licensing and Grow NJ Kids

● Being responsible for the safety, security, and nurturing of the children always assigned to the classrooms.

● Gearing the program to the needs of individual children, recognizing their differences, special interests, handicaps, abilities and individual styles and pace of learning socialization skills

● Effectively creating and executing developmentally appropriate activity plans on a weekly basis, reflecting consideration for individual children’s needs, interest, and abilities.

● Documenting attendance, accident reports, medication waivers, and daily care sheets for each child in compliance with The Learning Gate and licensing regulations.

● Always treating all children with dignity and respect, recognizing that each has his/her unique qualities, gifts, and needs.

● Greeting every child, parent, fellow staff and visitor with a smile and friendliness.

● Being responsible for the ordered arrangement, appearance, décor and learning environment for the classrooms. Assuring safe and sanitary use and maintenance of all classroom equipment and supplies.

● Conducting parent conferences on children’s adjustment to the classroom and appropriate Center behavior on an as needed basis, and in a professional manner.

● Preparing and submitting weekly lesson plans.

● Assisting the Site Director in explaining your classroom program to visitors.

● Assisting the Site Director in supervising the teaching staff and ensuring a smooth coordination of all classroom activities as well as staff to student interrelationships.

● Assisting the Site Director with the ongoing Center evaluation process regarding the procedures needed to assess the developmental levels of the children we serve.

● Attending all staff meetings and conferences of professional organizations appropriate for Early Childhood educators, occasionally as a representative of the Center. Attending childcare family events (i.e., Holiday parties, Back to School Night, etc.) Volunteering, when possible, for Learning Gate-sponsored events.

● Will oversee the practice of a regular schedule and as needed diapering procedures so that no child is allowed to be wet or soiled for more than 5 minutes. Every child should leave the Center with a clean diaper.

● Function as a cooperative, productive member of The Learning Gate team.

Essential Functions:

The job requires assistance with toileting, feeding, cleaning and personal hygiene assistance. Pushing a buggy, lifting to 50 lbs., bending, stooping, sitting on child sized chairs, changing diapers, toileting children, climbing, reaching, carrying, or holding children up to 50 lbs. Must be able to visually supervise children and staff. Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing and in such a way as to be easily understood by children, staff, and parents.