Lead Teacher

Little Ones World Academy is seeking a caring, dependable, and enthusiastic Lead Teacher to join our early childhood education team.

We are looking for an educator who is passionate about helping young children learn, grow, explore, and develop in a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment.

Reports To Director

Schedule 30–40 hours per week

Pay Range $15.00–$18.00 per hour

Education Early Childhood Education coursework or equivalent qualifications

Experience Minimum of one year of experience working in a licensed child care center preferred

The Lead Teacher is responsible for planning and implementing developmentally appropriate learning experiences that support children's social, emotional, physical, and intellectual development
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Lead Teachers work closely with assistant teachers, other staff members, and families to provide each child with high-quality care and opportunities to learn through play, exploration, creativity, and positive interactions.

• Knowledge of lesson planning and early childhood education practices.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Patience, professionalism, dependability, and flexibility.
• Strong communication skills with children, families, coworkers,and administration.
• Ability to complete required classroom documentation and paperwork accurately and on time.
• Ability to maintain a safe, organized, and positive classroom environment.

• Develop and maintain weekly lesson plans aligned with The Creative Curriculum
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• Follow North Carolina child care requirements for classroom organization and room arrangement.
• Maintain accurate daily attendance records.
• Complete regular observations and documentation for each child.
• Prepare accurate incident and classroom reports when required.
• Maintain organized classroom and student files.
• Properly identify children's cots, mats, cubbies, and personal belongings.
• Rotate toys, learning materials, and classroom activities to maintain children's interest and engagement.
• Prepare materials and resources needed for planned lessons and activities.
• Maintain classroom cleanliness, organization, and safety.
• Share appropriate classroom responsibilities with the Assistant Teacher.

• Create a welcoming classroom environment that supports current learning themes.
• Incorporate positive character development, kindness, respect,and good decision-making into daily activities.
• Provide developmentally appropriate activities based on children'sages and abilities.
• Teach children age-appropriate fire, weather, and emergency safety procedures.
• Help children participate safely and calmly in required fire and tornado drills.

• Maintain appropriate supervision of children at all times.
• Assist children with meals, feeding, toileting, and other daily care needs when necessary.
• Lead group-time and individual learning activities.
• Use open-ended questions to encourage creativity, communication,and critical thinking.
• Spend meaningful time interacting with each child.
• Model appropriate language, behavior, and social skills.
• Listen carefully to children and respond appropriately to their needs.
• Use positive guidance and redirection techniques to encourage appropriate behavior and engagement.

• Maintain professional behavior at all times.
• Model appropriate language and communication for children.
• Provide parents and guardians with verbal and/or written information about their child's day.
• Participate in parent-teacher conferences and staff meetings when required.
• Participate in family engagement activities and center events.
• Treat children, families, coworkers, and administration with respect.
• Report conflicts, concerns, or unusual situations to the Director.
• Maintain a calm and professional demeanor in challenging situations.

• Assist with the training and orientation of Assistant Teachers,new employees, volunteers, and substitute teachers.
• Complete required annual professional development andin-service training hours.
• Follow all Little Ones World Academy policies and procedures.
• Participate in family events, center activities,and fundraising programs.
• Perform additional reasonable duties assigned by the Director.

• Physical examination
• TB screening or testing, as applicable
• Criminal background check
• CPR & First Aid certification
• BSAC — Basic School-Age Care, when applicable
• SIDS training, when applicable
• Playground Safety training
• Additional training and…