Lead Daycare Teacher

Job Overview
We are seeking a passionate and energetic Lead Daycare Teacher to inspire and nurture young children in a dynamic early childhood education environment. As a Lead Teacher, you will play a pivotal role in creating a safe, engaging, and supportive classroom where children can explore, learn, and develop essential skills. Your leadership will ensure that each child's developmental needs are met through innovative teaching strategies, compassionate caregiving, and effective classroom management. This is an exciting opportunity for experienced educators who thrive on making a positive impact in the lives of children and their families.

Duties

• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate curricula that promote early childhood education principles and support individual learning styles.
• Lead daily classroom activities, fostering a nurturing environment that encourages curiosity, creativity, and social-emotional growth.
• Supervise and mentor assistant teachers and childcare staff to ensure high-quality care and educational standards are maintained.
• Conduct regular assessments of children's progress, documenting milestones and communicating effectively with parents and guardians.
• Ensure safety protocols are rigorously followed, including first aid procedures, emergency response plans, and health guidelines.
• Manage classroom behavior with positive behavior management techniques to promote respectful interactions among children.
• Collaborate with families to support each child's unique needs, including those requiring special education or working with children with disabilities.
• Maintain accurate records of attendance, incident reports, and developmental assessments in compliance with licensing regulations.

Experience

• Proven experience working with young children in a daycare or preschool setting, demonstrating strong classroom management skills.
• Prior leadership experience as a lead teacher or in a supervisory role within early childhood education environments.
• Knowledge of childhood development theories and best practices in early childhood education.
• Experience working with infants, toddlers, preschoolers, or children with special needs or disabilities is highly desirable.
• Certification in first aid and CPR is required; additional certifications such as special education training or behavior management are advantageous.
• Familiarity with curriculum planning for early childhood education programs and classroom safety standards.
• Strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with families, staff, and community partners. Join us in shaping the future by providing exceptional care and education to our youngest learners! Your dedication will create lasting impacts on children's growth while fostering a vibrant, inclusive classroom community built on trust, respect, and enthusiasm for learning.

Pay: $10.00 - $14.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person