Team Lead - Early Childhood Educator & Mentor

U-GRO Learning Centres; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount

Health benefits

401(k) match

Flexible schedules

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Credential assistance

Master Teacher Program

Job summary

Learning Care is seeking a Team Lead to nurture and guide preschool children, while partnering with families to promote growth and success. This role emphasizes classroom leadership, program delivery, and staff mentoring in a supportive center environment.

The Team Lead will uphold licensing guidelines, lead curriculum implementation, and step in for Director duties when needed. The position offers a strong growth path and access to ongoing training and credential assistance.

Qualifications

• Experience in a licensed childcare facility, leading a classroom and implementing lesson plans.
• College credits towards Early Childhood Education or Child Development or a CDA, preferred.
• Ability to meet state/accreditation requirements for education and experience.
• Able to work indoors or outdoors and engage in physical activity with children.

Responsibilities

• Lead classroom management and curriculum implementation as a Team Lead.
• Communicate and build relationships with families to support child achievement.
• Mentor and train new hires and fellow teachers to create engaging learning experiences.
• Perform duties of Director or Assistant Director in absence, including opening/closing the center.
• Ensure daily care of each child compliant with licensing guidelines and company standards.

Skills

Classroom leadership

Family communication

Mentoring teammates

Curriculum implementation

Education

ECE/Child Development credits

CDA (preferred)

Job description

Learning Care is seeking a Team Lead to nurture and guide preschool children, while partnering with families to promote growth and success. This role emphasizes classroom leadership, program delivery, and staff mentoring in a supportive center environment.

The Team Lead will uphold licensing guidelines, lead curriculum implementation, and step in for Director duties when needed. The position offers a strong growth path and access to ongoing training and credential assistance.