Team Lead, La Petite Academy on S. Emerson Ave

Learning Care Group; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in child care is seeking passionate individuals to join their team as Team Leads. This role is not just about supervision; it's about inspiring children and fostering their growth in a nurturing environment. With flexible schedules, a supportive community, and opportunities for professional development, this position offers a unique chance to make a real difference in the lives of children and families. Join a workplace where your contributions are valued, and where you can thrive both personally and professionally.

Benefits

50% Childcare Discount

Immediate Access to Benefits

401(k) Company Match

Flexible Schedules

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Master Teacher Program

Qualifications

• Experience in a licensed childcare facility and leading a classroom.
• Ability to meet state accreditation requirements for education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Promote the social, physical, and intellectual growth of children.
• Communicate and build relationships with families to support child achievement.
• Assist with management and training of new hires.

Skills

Classroom Management

Curriculum Implementation

Communication

Mentoring

Child Development Knowledge

Education

College Credits in Early Childhood Education

Child Development Associate (CDA)

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.

This is more than just a daycare job. It’s a journey, where you learn, grow, thrive—and play—every day. Are you a teacher ready for your next step? Being a Team Lead at a child care center is something special. We’re hiring and we want difference makers who will inspire children to become lifelong learners.

As a Team Lead, you are a:

• Teacher! Promote the social, physical, and intellectual growth of the children in your care. Take the lead on classroom management and curriculum implementation. Classroom instruction is at least 50% of your weekly schedule.
• Communicator! Communicate and build relationships with families to promote achievement for the child and to support your center’s success.
• Mentor! Be responsible for, or assist with, the management, training, and mentoring of new hires and fellow Teachers, creating fun, interactive learning experiences for preschool children.
• Leader! Take on duties of Director or Assistant Director in their absence, including opening and closing the school.
• Expert! Ensure the daily care of every child by following all licensing guidelines and implementing all company standards.

We want energetic, dependable, passionate individuals who are at least 18 and have:

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

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