Lead Teacher

Job description

Lead Teacher

AM and PM shifts available.

We are hiring childcare teachers who are self-motivated, able to multitask and have a passion and love for caring for young children. A lead teacher is responsible for establishing and maintaining a safe, healthy, happy and nurturing learning environment. Additionally a lead teacher is responsible for working together with an assistant teacher and in conjunction with the entire faculty.

General Qualifications

A lead teacher must meet the following qualifications:

• the ability to understand and support the education program using “learning through play” philosophy
• the ability to interact closely with children at their level
• the ability to keep children within sight and sound supervision at all times
• the ability to communicate effectively and professionally with school personnel, children and parents

Lead Teacher Responsibilities

A lead teacher’s responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Establish and maintain a safe, healthy and nurturing learning environment
• Advance children’s physical and intellectual competence
• Support each child’s social and emotional development and provide positive guidance
• Establish positive and effective family relations
• Ensure an effective program, responsive to children’s needs
• Maintain professional commitment

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $9.50 - $14.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Ability to Commute:

• Memphis, TN 38118 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $10.00 - $14.00 per hour

Work Location: In person