Master Teacher I

La Petite Academy; Moore (OK); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount

Benefits

401(k) match

Flexible schedules

Bring children to work

Paid time off

Master Teacher Program

Job summary

Learning Care Group's La Petite Academy is seeking a Master Teacher to lead classroom management, implement curriculum, and ensure compliance with licensing guidelines and company standards. You will mentor fellow teachers, support program quality, and participate in a two-week practicum while advancing through the Master Teacher Certification Program.

This role offers opportunities for growth within the organization, a supportive team environment, and a pathway to enhanced pay upon program

Qualifications

• Must hold a current CDA certification or higher in early childhood education.
• Minimum 2 years of early childhood experience.
• Must have at least 90 days tenure with Learning Care Group prior to start.

Responsibilities

• Leadership: lead classroom management and curriculum implementation, and ensure licensing guidelines and company standards are met.
• Educate: support the development of existing teachers to improve program quality.
• Team Player: serve as a resource in educational programming and train new hires.
• Communicate: maintain respectful communication with peers and families.
• Grow: participate in a two-week practicum in a peer’s classroom.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Educational coaching

Education

Child Development Associate Certificate (CDA)

Associate or Bachelor's degree in early childhood education or Elementary Education

Job description

Join a strong community where all we do is care-for the children and families we serve every day, as well as for our dedicated team members. Our people are our best asset. We listen and we know what you're looking for:

• You want benefits. We support you with a minimum 50% childcare discount, immediate access to benefits, innovative health programs, 401(k) company match, and much more.
• You want balance. We offer flexible schedules that work for you, no nights or weekends, the ability to bring your children to work with you, and paid time off.
• You want opportunity. We invest in your future with ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, credential assistance, and our unique Master Teacher Program.
• You want recognition. We provide a positive, fun workplace where employees are appreciated.

Master Teacher 1, Master Teacher 2, and Master Teacher 3 are current students in the Master Teacher Certification Program. To become a part of our Master Teacher 1 group, each candidate must go through a careful selection process with their District Managers and are nominated to participate in the Master Teacher Certification Program. During the 9-Month program Master Teacher candidates' complete coursework on their own time from home and meet weekly deadlines as they learn, grow, and develop into a coach, mentor, and role model for their peers. Master Teacher candidates earn a pay increase upon completion of each level of the program.

Job Responsibilities

• Leadership! Take the lead on classroom management and curriculum implementation, plus be an expert on all licensing guidelines and company standards.
• Educate! Acts as a learning accelerator by supporting the development of existing teachers to improve program quality within the school.
• Team Player! Serve as a resource in educational programming, developmentally appropriate practice, and behavior guidance and help school management train new hires.
• Communicate! Practices respectful communication and maintain productive relationships with their peers and families they serve.
• Grow! Participate in a two-week practicum in a peer’s classroom

Job Requirements

• Must hold a CURRENT Child Development Associate Certificate (CDA), Associate or Bachelor's degree in early childhood education, Elementary Education, or equivalent.
• Performance Review score of successful or higher.
• At least 2 years of early childhood experience
• Works daily in an Infant, Toddler, Two’s, Early Preschool, Preschool, or Pre-K classroom
• Employed with Learning Care Group for at least 90 days prior to the program start date.

Learning Care is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against an employee or applicant based on race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.