Preschool Lead Teacher

Miami Valley Child Development Centers, Inc.; Dayton (OH); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare agency in southwest Ohio is seeking a Preschool Lead Teacher to implement curriculum and manage classroom activities for young children. This full-time role requires an Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education and offers competitive pay based on experience. The agency emphasizes a supportive environment for both children and families, providing various benefits including health insurance and student loan forgiveness.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental and Vision insurance

Basic Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness portal

Student Loan Forgiveness

Free education assistance

Paid training

401(k) with employer contribution

PTO and paid holidays

Qualifications

• Support planning and implementation of curriculum and daily activities.
• Manage classroom behavior and monitor children's progress.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with regulations such as ODJFS and USDA.
• Monitor children's progress according to federal standards.

Skills

Classroom Management

Curriculum Planning

Education

Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

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Base pay range

$20.02/hr - $24.68/hr

Summary

ABOUT US:

Miami Valley Child Development Centers is southwest Ohio's Head Start Agency. For over 55 years, we've been providing FREE early learning and childcare to children from 6 weeks to age 5. We focus on a two-generational approach that supports both children and their families by accessing resources, solving problems, and enhancing skills. We serve families earning 100% or less of the Federal Poverty Level, including children experiencing homelessness, foster or kinship care, and some children with disabilities. Our centers are located in Montgomery, Clark, and Madison counties.

CLASSIFICATION:

Full-Time, Full-Year, Non-Exempt.

Duties

BASIC FUNCTIONS:

As a Preschool Lead Teacher, you will support the planning and implementation of curriculum and daily activities suitable for young children. You will manage classroom behavior, monitor children's progress according to federal standards, and ensure compliance with regulations such as ODJFS, USDA, and health and sanitation guidelines.

Requirements

MINIMUM CREDENTIALS:

Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field.

Benefits

SALARY:

Compensation will be based on education and experience.

Insurance:

• Health insurance with two plan options: Core and Buy-Up, covering individual, employee +1, or family.
• Dental and Vision insurance for individuals and families.
• Basic Life insurance up to $50,000 and optional additional coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program offering 8 free counseling sessions.
• Wellness portal for earning discounts on insurance premiums.

Additional Benefits include:

• Student Loan Forgiveness
• Free education assistance and paid training (e.g., CDA)
• 3% guaranteed 401(k) with up to 7% employer contribution
• PTO, paid holidays, wellness days, and referral bonuses

Miami Valley Child Development Centers is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Education and Training
• Industry: Education Administration Programs

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