Childcare Teacher

Summary

Lead Pre‑Kindergarten Teacher with expertise in creating engaging, developmentally appropriate learning experiences. Skilled in guiding young children’s social, emotional, and cognitive growth while fostering a collaborative classroom environment. Strong communicator and team leader committed to high‑quality early childhood education.

• Curriculum Coordination:
  Develop and implement educational curriculum by creating classroom activities aligned with developmentally appropriate practices and early learning standards.
• Team Leadership:
  Lead by example, promoting teaching team success through modeling best practices, coaching, and mentoring staff.
• Lesson Planning & Instruction:
  Plan and execute individual and group activities that actively engage children and support social, cognitive, and emotional development.
• Parent Communication:
  Maintain regular communication with parents via informal discussions, progress reports, and parent‑teacher conferences to support student growth.
• Compliance & Policies:
  Ensure all center policies and state regulations are consistently met.
• Classroom Environment:
  Maintain a healthy, safe, and secure classroom, ensuring hygiene and cleanliness standards are upheld.
• Staff Supervision:
  Supervise teacher assistants and classroom volunteers to ensure adherence to planned activities, hygiene, and safety protocols.
• Record Keeping:
  Maintain accurate documentation, forms, and student records in compliance with center and state requirements.
• Professional Development:
  Pursue ongoing professional growth through a personal development plan to continually enhance teaching quality and classroom outcomes.

• High school diploma required;
  Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience teaching preschool‑aged children (3–5 years).
• Knowledge of child development and ability to create age‑appropriate curriculum.
• Strong classroom management and leadership skills; experience mentoring teaching staff a plus.
• Excellent communication skills for interacting with children, parents, and colleagues.
• CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Energetic, patient, and passionate about fostering a safe and nurturing learning environment.
• Ability to participate in physical activities, lift and assist children, and handle classroom materials.
• Basic computer skills for documentation and parent communication.

• Experience with play‑based or project‑based learning approaches.
• Knowledge of early literacy, numeracy, and social‑emotional development.
• Ability to integrate arts, music, and movement into daily lessons.
• Familiarity with educational technology for young learners.
• Strong classroom management and positive behavior guidance skills.
• Creativity, flexibility, and high energy to engage children.
• Excellent communication skills with both children and parents.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a teaching team.
• Bilingual or multilingual abilities.
• CPR and First Aid certification.

• Competitive salary
• Paid time off (vacation, sick days, personal days)
• Holiday pay
• Retirement plan or 401(k) options
• Health & Wellness: medical, dental, vision insurance
• Mental health support or EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Professional Development: paid training and workshops, tuition reimbursement or support for continuing education
• Access to teaching resources and classroom materials
• Work–Life Balance: flexible scheduling or limited evening/weekend work, paid holidays or school breaks
• Staff perks: classroom supply stipend, childcare discounts (especially if center‑based), employee appreciation events
• Opportunities for career growth (lead teacher, curriculum coordinator, etc.)
• Recognition programs for outstanding teaching