Childcare Center Teacher

The Lead Teacher is responsible for planning, implementing, and overseeing daily educational and developmental activities in a childcare classroom setting. This role ensures a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children while supervising assistant teachers and maintaining compliance with state and center regulations.

Develop and implement developmentally appropriate lesson plans aligned with early childhood standards (DAP).

Facilitate daily educational activities that promote cognitive, physical, social, and emotional growth.

Foster a supportive classroom culture that promotes inclusion, respect, and learning.

Classroom Management:

Supervise and guide assistant teachers and aides to ensure high-quality instruction and care.

Maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom environment.

• Observe and document child development and behavior; assess learning outcomes.
• Provide meals and snacks to the children that their parents pack.

Parent & Family Engagement:

Communicate regularly with parents/guardians regarding their child’s progress and needs.

Conduct parent-teacher conferences and participate in family engagement activities.

Serve as a resource for parents on child development and center policies.

Compliance & Recordkeeping:

Maintain accurate records of attendance, incidents, assessments, and lesson plans per OELDS.

Adhere to state licensing regulations and center policies on health, safety, and child ratios.

• Administer emergency procedures and report concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Use Bright Wheel software to track and post classroom and children schedules for nap, meals, wellness, and any other needs that come up.

Attend staff meetings, trainings, and professional development sessions.

Collaborate with peers and administrators to promote a positive workplace culture.

Education:

High school degree to greater

Current CDA (Child Development Associate) may be accepted in lieu of degree in some cases.

Experience:

Preference of 1–2 years experience in a licensed childcare or early learning center.

Certifications:

CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).

Background check clearance required per state regulations.

Skills:

Strong understanding of early childhood development principles.

Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.

Ability to manage a dynamic classroom and resolve conflicts constructively.

Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs.

Active work requiring frequent standing, bending, sitting on the floor, and movement.

Exposure to noise, potential illness, and varying indoor/outdoor environments.