Lead Teacher - Childcare

Summary

The Lead Teacher will be responsible for designing and implementing a developmentally appropriate curriculum that fosters social emotional, cognitive, and physical growth for children of all abilities.

Duties

Curriculum & Instruction

• Develop and implement lesson plans aligned with age-appropriate practices and individual learning styles.

• Implement inclusive and individual practices that support children of all abilities and learning needs.
• Promote language, literacy, numeracy, creativity, and social-emotional development through daily play-based learning.
• Incorporate intergenerational learning opportunities where applicable.
• Attend team meetings, training, and CEC's events as required.

Classroom Management & Environment

• Foster a safe, nurturing, and stimulating classroom environment.
• Ensure that the classroom(s) is/are organized and clean.
• Use positive guidance and conflict-resolution that support emotional development and resilience.

Supervision & Collaboration

• Always maintain active supervision of children, indoors and outdoors.

• Supervise and mentor assistant teachers, volunteers, and interns.
• Collaborate with other Lead Teachers and the Director to align on goals, policies, and continuous improvement.
• Partner with the Director, Assistant Director, all other Lead Teachers, Assistant Teachers, Classroom Support members and Disabilities Specialist to ensure consistent routines and learning experiences.

Family Engagement & Communication

• Build trusting relationships with families through regular communication and involvement.
• Maintain open and professional communication with staff and families.
• Conduct family conferences and share developmental updates using clear and compassionate language.
• Celebrating each child's uniqueness while partnering with caregivers to support growth both at school and at home

Compliance & Safety

• Follow all health, safety and emergency protocols.
• Ensure compliance with all state licensing regulations and internal policies.
• Maintain accurate attendance, incident reports, and developmental assessments.
• Participating in ongoing training, professional development, and CPR/First Aid certifications needed.

Inclusive Practice

• Maintain a welcoming, equitable, learning environment for children of all abilities.
• Model patience, empathy, and positive behavioral support strategies.
• Celebrate diversity and promote inclusive learning and play.
• Encourage collaboration and positive workplace culture among team members.

Requirements

Associate's degree preferred in childcare or in related field

Minimum of two years of experience working in a childcare setting with the following credentialing and certifications preferred and/or willing to obtain:

• CDA (Child Development Specialist)
• DC (Director's Credential)
• CCCC (Commonwealth Child Care Credential)
• CPR/First Aid

Understanding of inclusive practices and experience working with children of varying developmental abilities.

Ability to be team-oriented.

Commitment to and promotion of equity and inclusion practices.

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision

Company paid-life insurance

401-K

PTO

11 Paid Holidays