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Urgently Seeking Lead Teacher for our 2.5 - 3 year old classroom, must have classroom leadership experience
Our center consists of 5 classrooms. Children range from 1 to 5 years. Close to the Light Rail
Check out our website (www.trettinearlylearning.org) or email us directly with questions.
Job Title: Lead Teacher
Minimum Age: 21
Overview: Classroom Teachers collaborate on the supervision of daily operations of the classroom in compliance with DCYF Licensing Requirements, Early Achievers Operating Guidelines, and Trettin Early Learning Center Board Policies. They will work with other team members to provide a warm nurturing, safe, and loving environment where self-concepts are enhanced, independence is encouraged and individuality is respected.
Qualifications:
· Minimum of Associate degree in Early Childhood (In progress accepted). Prefer a Bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or Early Childhood Special Education or equivalent.
· Currently working toward or willing to obtain an initial stackable certificate.
· Must have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. English preferred.
· The physical ability to access all areas of the program facility and carry up to 50 pounds.
· Must be able to pass DCYF Criminal Background Check.
· Meet STARS minimum requirements and have a current MERIT account.
· First Aid/CPR/Bloodborne Pathogens Certifications at hire or within 90 days of hire.
· Proof of negative TB Test within the past 12 months/prior to starting work.
Benefits
Health, Dental, Vision Insurance (Fully paid for full-time employees)
Paid time off (all Federal Holidays plus the week between Christmas and New Years paid)
Employee discount
Professional development assistance
Referral program
Orca Card or parking pass
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Including, but not limited to:
·Must have full availability between the hours of 9 am and 5:30 pm Monday - Friday, exact schedule will be based on program needs.
· Establishes positive relationships and clear communications with families, co-workers, supervisors, and other building staff.
· Act as a part of a cohesive, collaborative team committed to the healthy development of the children, each other, and the Program.
· Contribute to supervision of daily operations of the classroom in compliance with DCYF Licensing
Requirements, Early Achievers Operating Guidelines, and Center Board Policies.
· Work successfully independently and in collaboration with the classroom team.
· Contributes to a positive classroom learning environment.
· Collaborate with the team to ensure that individualized instruction is implemented for all children.
· Maintain an environment of appropriate and positive discipline.
· Maintain staffing ratios following licensing requirements, program needs, and Board policies.
· Successfully account for all children assigned to your classroom at all times.
· Follow posted procedures in the classroom to ensure best health and safety practices.
· Attend Staff meetings and Professional Development
· Communicate regularly with the Admin Team about concerns or other issues in the Programs.
· Collaborate with the classroom team to find optimal ways of completing needed tasks.
· Relate joyfully and sensitively to children.
Sign on Bonus
Up to $500.00
$250 after completion 30 days (1 calendar month) employment AND completion of basic training requirements (30 hour stars, CPR, etc.)
$250 after completion of 90 (3 months) employment
Starting wage with AA in ECE starts at $21.60, with BA in ECE starts at $23.85, both increase further based on years of experience.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $21.00 - $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Health insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Vision insurance
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
