Childcare Lead Teacher

NEW Child Care Center in Oconee County, GA!

General Responsibilities

The responsibility of the Lead Teacher is to perform all tasks according to Peach State Academy’s policies and procedures and childcare regulatory agencies. Candidates are expected to provide a warm, nurturing, safe and loving environment where self-concepts are enhanced, independence encouraged, and individuality respected. The Lead Teacher will implement programs that support Peach State Academy.

The Lead Teacher will establish and maintain respectful and positive working relationships with all employees, children, and families.

A candidate must have strong leadership skills, excellent communication skills, and have a good understanding of age-appropriate activities for young children.

Plan both long- and short-range activities in accordance with curriculum objectives, developmentally appropriate practice, and program philosophy.

• Meet the emotional, social, physical and cognitive needs of each child
• Encourage assistants to contribute to curriculum planning
• Prepare monthly planning charts
• Complete assessment of children's development
• Report progress of children to parents in reports and through parent-teacher conferences
• Maintain daily open communication with parents
• Maintain accident reports
• Maintain anecdotal records
• Maintain confidentiality
• Report any suspect abuse to supervisor
• Arrange a classroom environment in accordance to program goals and philosophy
• Maintain a safe and healthy environment
• Inspect and replace damaged or lost materials
• Attend in-service and staff meetings
• Supervise assistants, aides and volunteers in the classroom
• Keep all appropriate records such as records, attendance and time sheets
• Meet all applicable licensing regulations

Education, Skills, and Required Work Experience

• Minimum of CDA/TCC. Associates Degree in ECE/Child Development or Bachelor’s degree in ECE/Child Development preferred.
• Minimum of two years direct experience working with children birth to five years of age in a licensed child care setting
• Meet the minimum requirements set by the state childcare regulatory agency for the position of Lead Teacher
• Satisfactory Criminal Records Clearance as required by the state
• Demonstrate the following qualities: self-motivation, self-direction, ability to make good judgments, creativity, reliability, and dependability
• Can lift and carry children and other items weighing up to 50 pounds
• Demonstrate the ability to handle crisis situations, especially where children are involved and to respond immediately to any emergency
• Be willing to participate in continuing education as required by the childcare regulatory agency
• Maintain certification in CPR and First Aid Training

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person