Lead Toddler Teacher: Shape Young Minds Daily

Children of America, Inc.; Glen Allen (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount

Educational assistance

Scholarships

Benefits package

Job summary

Children of America is seeking a Lead Teacher to join a team of educators in a supportive environment where you can grow professionally and share your passion for early childhood education. The program serves children ages 6 weeks to 12 years, including Infant, Toddler, Preschool, Pre-K, Before & After Care, and Summer Camp, with a Mind and Body Matters curriculum.

You will carry out daily lesson plans, create a safe, structured learning environment, communicate professionally with families,

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a licensed childcare setting.
• CPR and First Aid certification.
• Must meet all state licensing requirements.
• Strong organizational and decision-making skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with children, families, and staff.
• Flexible and adaptable in challenging situations.
• Commitment to professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Carry out daily lesson plans.
• Create a safe, structured, and positive learning environment.
• Communicate professionally with parents, children, and team members.
• Utilize technology to document and deliver child progress reports.
• Exhibit empathy toward children's emotions and parents' needs.
• Present 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

Communication

Organization

Relationship-building

Flexibility

Team collaboration

Education

Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Children of America is seeking a Lead Teacher to join a team of educators in a supportive environment where you can grow professionally and share your passion for early childhood education. The program serves children ages 6 weeks to 12 years, including Infant, Toddler, Preschool, Pre-K, Before & After Care, and Summer Camp, with a Mind and Body Matters curriculum.

You will carry out daily lesson plans, create a safe, structured learning environment, communicate professionally with families,