About the Role:

We’re looking for a dependable, energetic, and nurturing Lead Teacher to guide our 3 year olds in a structured yet fun learning environment. Our center offers a supportive curriculum framework while still giving teachers creative freedom to plan lessons and themes that inspire and engage.

Key Responsibilities:

Create weekly lesson plans which are tailored to the developmental needs of children in the daycare setting.
Prepare all activity materials in advance—naptime is used for project prep.
Implement developmentally appropriate activities in art, creative play, fine motor skills, writing, math, and science.
Follow classroom schedules to ensure timely transitions for bathroom breaks, snacks, outdoor play, and learning activities.
Actively engage with children during projects and play—guide their efforts and make learning fun.
Collaborate with assistant teachers—assign tasks and work as a team to “divide and conquer” classroom responsibilities which will enhance educational programs and share best practices.
Keep the classroom clean and sanitized: disinfect toys, clean surfaces, sweep, mop, and wipe down walls daily.
Closely supervise children, ensuring safety both indoors and outdoors. Stay actively engaged and visually present at all times.
Handle snacks and classroom supplies responsibly; clean and return unused items.
Log daily reports and updates in Brightwheel, including health checks, attendance, diaper changes, nap times, meals, and parent communication.
Be available to answer parent questions and provide updates about their child’s day.

Additional Afternoon Office Responsibilities:
In the afternoons, the Lead Teacher will transition out of the classroom to provide administrative and operational support. Responsibilities include:

Assisting with parent communication, including end-of-day updates and addressing questions or concerns.
Helping with parent pickups by ensuring children are signed out safely and transitions run smoothly.
Supporting building cleanliness by cleaning common areas and helping maintain an organized, sanitary center environment.
Monitoring classroom ratios throughout the building; adjusting staffing as needed and sending additional staff home when numbers decrease.
Ensuring state regulations and center policies are consistently followed throughout the day.
Providing general office assistance and stepping in where needed to support overall center operations.

Who We’re Looking For:

A reliable, trustworthy individual with a passion for early childhood education.
Someone with exceptional patience, especially when working with children who may display behavioral challenges.
A teacher who is enthusiastic, hands-on, organized, and values structure and creativity in the classroom.
Strong communication and leadership skills for managing classroom assistants and engaging with families.

Requirements:

Previous experience in a licensed daycare or early childhood education setting.
CDA or Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education (or actively working toward one).
Must meet state licensing requirements for childcare staff (including background check)
18 years or older
Familiarity with childhood development principles

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $19.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35 – 40 per week

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Employee discount
Paid time off
Professional development assistance

Application Question(s):

Are you able to work hours ranging from 6:30am-6pm?
Do you have previous daycare classroom experience?
Are you at least 18 years old?

Education:

Associate (Required)

Work Location: In person

Country Grove Children's Center

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