Infant Lead Teacher

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777 Harrison Full Time Harrison, NJ, US

4 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $23.00 To $25.00 Hourly

About Cresthill Academy:

Cresthill Academy is a premier childcare center in New Jersey, offering programs for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. With locations in Hoboken, East Hanover, Lyndhurst, Harrison, Paramus, and Parsippany we provide a holistic, organic approach to early education. Our progressive curriculum begins in infancy, featuring music and movement, science explorations, and more. We also offer an all-organic meal plan for children on table food, freshly prepared by our Cresthill Culinary team.

We are seeking a qualified and dynamic Lead Teacher for our Infantclassroom. The ideal candidate will be:

• Loving and experienced, skilled at using a variety of materials to engage young learners.
• Highly organized, with strong classroom management skills to maintain a positive and productive learning environment.
• Flexible and creative, able to think "outside the box" and adjust teaching strategies on the fly to meet students’ needs

• Prepare children for kindergarten by guiding them into a structured and organized learning environment.
• Develop and implement creative, developmentally appropriate programs for preschoolers.
• Support the social and emotional growth of children to ease their transition to the next level of education.
• Maintain a safe, nurturing, and clean classroom environment.
• Collaborate with an assistant teacher and delegate tasks to enhance classroom efficiency.
• Communicate professionally and effectively with parents, colleagues, and management.
• Plan and lead engaging, age-appropriate Circle Time activities.
• Create and deliver developmentally appropriate lesson plans that foster curiosity, creativity, and practical skills.
• Support children’s play, exploration, and learning through interaction and guidance.
• Provide a balanced mix of teacher-directed and child-directed activities.
• Track children’s progress and prepare assessments.
• Uphold Cresthill Academy’s Core Values, educational standards, and program guidelines.
• Comply with all applicable childcare laws and regulations.
• Ensure classroom equipment is properly maintained.
• Maintain appropriate child-to-teacher ratios at all times.
• Pursue ongoing professional development and continuing education.
• Attend faculty meetings, in-service days, conferences, and other professional growth opportunities.
• Candidate expected to be in classroom 90% of time and 10% of time work in office to support center director.

• Minimum of 2 years of proven experience working with preschool children in a daycare or early childhood setting.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; will also consider an Associate’s degree in Education or a related field, or a current CDA certification.
• Strong understanding of child development principles and preschool educational methods.
• Excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
• Passion for working with young children.
• Ability to lift up to 45 pounds multiple times per day.

• Company-paid health insurance for employees working 30 or more hours per week.
• Accrued paid time off starting on your first day of employment.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Clear room for growth within the company.
• Holiday pay and inclement weather pay.
• HSA, FSA, and commuter benefits.
• Discounted childcare.
• 401(k) savings and investment plan.

Job Type:Full-Time
Schedule:Monday - Friday [must be available all 5 days]
Shift: Monday, Wednesday, Friday 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM and Tuesday/Thursday 9:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Pay:$23.00 - $25.00 per hour, based on experience.