Infant & Pre-Toddler Lead Teacher (Full-Time)

Description: Summary: Works close with the childcare Director to create a program that addresses the specific needs of the children assigned to his/her care.
Supervises teacher aides and volunteers who work in her classroom.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities Plan short and long-term activities in accordance with the curriculum objectives Prepare lesson plans for the classroom Meet the social, emotional, and cognitive need of each child in the classroom Complete developmental assessments on all children in the classroom Maintain classroom records Maintain all appropriate records such as child records, attendance, time sheets, etc.
Maintain a safe, clean, and healthy environment Arrange classroom environment to reflect the lesson that is currently being taught Coordinate classroom fieldtrips after approval from administration Supervise classroom aides and volunteers Encourage aide to contribute to curriculum planning Report child progress and development to parents Maintain open communication with parents on a daily basis Conduct parent/child conferences Maintain accident records Inspect and replace all damaged materials Attend in-service trainings and staff meetings Meet all licensing regulations at all times Maintain confidentiality Report any suspicion of abuse or neglect to supervisor (Reports should also be made to the Child Abuse Hotline) Requirements: Qualifications Requirements: Must maintain good customer service Must have strong communication skills (oral and written) Must have strong time management skills Must have strong organizational skills Must have strong interpersonal skills Education and/or Experience Must have at least 2 years of childcare experience Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential (preferred but not required) **Criminal and Central Registry Background checks will be conducted on all applicants who are selected** **Drug Screens will be administered on applicants who are selected**