Why work with Federation Early Learning Services (FELS)?
We love our staff at FELS and are constantly amazed by the dedication and passion our staff approaches their work every day. Our incredible teachers are the foundation of our organization. They are here for our kids, and FELS is here for them as well. To show our appreciation, FELS offers a host of benefits for our teachers and other staff members, including:
- Sign-on bonus is now available for a limited time! *
- 16 days paid vacation and 10 sick day allowance (unused sick days roll over into short-term disability)
- Reduced childcare tuition
- Health (we have Independence Blue Cross!), Vision, Dental, and Supplemental Insurance
- Monthly staff recognition program
- Retirement plan
- Learn & Earn + T.E.A.C.H. = free associates and bachelor's degrees in ECE for full-time teachers
- Encouraging environment for staff to set and achieve professional and educational goals
- Free coffee and access to a staff lounge for breaks
Job Description:
Our Lead Teachers at Federation Early Learning Services (FELS) are instrumental in creating an environment that supports a child’s natural desire to explore, experiment, and discover.
What are a Lead Teacher’s skills and qualifications?
- Associates Degree or Bachelor’s Degree in ECE or related field
- At least two (2) years or a minimum of 2,500 hours of childcare experience
- Ability to supervise staff effectively
- Ability to speak, hear, read, write, and generally understand English sufficiently to give directions and communicate with both children and adults
It is the continuing policy of Federation Early Learning Services (FELS) to provide equal employment opportunity, regardless of race, creed, color, gender, age, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or mental disability, veteran’s status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, familial status, domestic or sexual violence victim status, or other classification as required by applicable law.
*For more information about our sign-on bonus, please contact FELS directly.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.10 - $21.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- Associate (Required)
Experience:
- Childcare: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- CPR Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person