Lead Teacher: Infant​/Toddler

About Children of America (COA)

We're a special blend of people, principles and pride that makes the COA rich in diversity and strength. Our lead teachers are responsible for planning lessons and executing our curriculum. You will work alongside a talented team of educators in a supportive environment where you are encouraged to grow in your field and share your passion for early childhood education. Additionally, our company culture invites you to bring your whole self to work, because it is your unique attributes, perspectives and backgrounds that make us a stronger team.

Our program serves preschool children 6 weeks - 12 years of age. Programs include Infant, Toddler, Preschool, Pre‑K, Before and After Care and Summer Camp.

In this role, you will interact daily with an Assistant Teacher, children, parents, the management team, and teaching staff just to name a few.

• Minimum 12 credits in Early Childhood Education or CDA
• Minimum 1 Year of experience in a licensed childcare setting
• Must meet all state licensing requirements
• Strong organizational and decision‑making skills
• Ability to build positive relationships with children, families, and staff
• Flexible and adaptable in challenging situations
• Commitment to professional growth

• Requires a gentle touch while instituting our developmentally appropriate curriculum
• Ability to handle the demands of infants and toddlers in different stages.
• Be highly organized with the ability to create a positive learning environment.
• Ensure a safe structured learning environment.
• Empathetic to children's emotions and parent's needs.
• Plan daily lessons that support social, emotional, physical, & intellectual growth of each child.
• Communicate appropriately and professionally with parents and fellow staff.
• Excellent writing skills and use of technology to deliver child progress to parents and other teachers.
• Present expectations that are appropriate to the child's age and developmental level.
• Be creative, passionate about your work and have fun.

• Accountability:
  We empower self‑decision making by accepting responsibility and learning from our mistakes to serve COA's mission, vision, and values.
• Collaboration:
  
  We align solutions that understand the needs of our stakeholders to serve COA's mission, vision, and values.
• Growth Mindset:
  We view obstacles as opportunities for growth, accepting feedback to enhance the development of employees and the organization.
• Integrity:
  We go beyond honesty and loyalty by considering the impact of decisions and doing what's right for all stakeholders.
• Consistency:
  We ensure continuity of care to uphold COA's brand and enable stakeholders to have clear expectations of their experience.

• Internal Career Advancement Opportunities.
• 50% Discount on Employee Childcare
• Educational Assistance/Reimbursement
• T.E.A.C.H Scholarship Partnerships
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Recognition Programs
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k), Life, Accident, & Disability
• Paid Vacation/ Paid Holidays

Hourly Rate: $18.18 - $22.43 (based on experience, skills, location, and internal equity). This role may also be eligible for performance‑based incentives and additional benefits.

Children of America is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status under applicable law. Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.