Preschool Lead Teacher

Miami Valley Child Development Centers; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Miami Valley Child Development Centers is looking for a Preschool Lead Teacher to design and lead developmentally appropriate activities for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years. The ideal candidate will hold an Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education and possess strong skills in classroom management and curriculum development. The role also involves ensuring compliance with local regulations and tracking children's progress to foster a positive learning environment.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

401(K) with employer contribution

Student Loan Forgiveness

Paid Holidays

Wellness Days

Referral Bonus

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Responsible for planning and implementing curriculum.
• Support compliance with ODJFS and USDA regulations.
• Analyze children's development and progress.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage preschool activities suitable for young children.
• Evaluate and document children's learning outcomes.
• Ensure adherence to health and safety regulations.

Skills

Classroom Management

Curriculum Development

Child Development Knowledge

Education

Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

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. What sets us apart is our two-generational approach that builds family well-being by simultaneously working with children and the adults in their lives to access new resources, solve problems and sharpen existing skills. We have Family Support Specialist, Home Visitors, and Coaches ready to partner with you on this journey, In most cases, families must earn 100% of the Federal Poverty Level or less. Children experiencing homelessness or who are in foster or kinship care are also eligible. In some cases, children with disabilities may qualify.We have full-day and part-day options at our more than 27 convenient locations in Montgomery, Clark, and Madison counties.

CLASSIFICATION : Full-Time. Full-Year. Non-Exempt.

Duties

BASIC FUNCTIONS : As a Preschool Lead Teacher you are responsible for supporting the planning and implementing of the designated curriculum and supporting the implementation of daily activities that are developmentally appropriate for young children.You will support classroom management and analysis of children's progress in accordance with Federal outcomes.You will support and ensure compliance with ODJFS, USDA, Health and Sanitation and Regulations.

Requirements

MINIMUM CREDENTIALS : Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development or related field.

SALARY : Base salary compensation will be commensurate with meeting both Education and Experience.

Insurance : MVCDC shares this cost for the following :

• Health - Two tiers to choose from Core and Buy-Up - Individual, Employee +1, or Family
• Dental - Individual, Employee +1, or Family
• Vision - Individual, Employee +1, or family
• Basic Life - A max of $50,000 term life and Accidental Death or Dismemberment insurance
• Optional Life – Employees can purchase additional coverage for self and family
• Wellness –online portal for Employees to earn points for reduced insurance premiums.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – 8 FREE counseling sessions, Legal and Financial.

Additional Benefits include :

• Student Loan Forgiveness
• FREE Education Assistance including paid trainings- CDA
• 3% guaranteed 401(K) and up to 7% discretionary employer contribution to 401k
• PTO Days
• 14 Paid Holidays
• Wellness Days with no children
• Assurity optional coverages
• Referral Bonus (up to $1,000 per hire)

Miami Valley Child Development Centers provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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