Childcare Lead Teacher

Job Title: Lead Childcare Teacher

Location: The Hermitage Club at Haystack Mountain, Wilmington, Vermont
Department: Childcare
Reports To: Childcare Manager / Director of Club Operations
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Job Type: Part-Time / Seasonal

Position Summary

The Lead Childcare Teacher at The Hermitage Club provides a safe, engaging, and nurturing environment for the children of Club members and guests. The Hermitage Club operates a licensed Childcare Center during weekends and holiday periods from December through March, with programming designed around fun, developmentally appropriate, and mountain-inspired activities.

This position leads classroom activities and routines while creating a welcoming environment in which children can comfortably participate in center-based play. The Lead Childcare Teacher works closely with fellow childcare staff and communicates regularly with parents and guardians regarding their child’s experience, routine, and well-being.

Key Responsibilities

Childcare & Classroom Leadership

• Lead daily classroom activities and routines, including indoor and outdoor play, mealtimes, transitions, and rest periods.

• Prepare up to three developmentally appropriate free-play activities at the beginning of each day.

• Create a positive, nurturing, and engaging environment appropriate for children of varying ages and developmental needs.

• Support children who may be experiencing their first day of center-based play, including using appropriate co-regulation techniques with children who are upset or having difficulty transitioning.

• Actively supervise children at all times and maintain appropriate staff-to-child supervision standards.

Parent & Member Communication

• Welcome children and families to the Childcare Center in a warm and professional manner.

• Build positive relationships with parents and guardians through clear and respectful communication.

• Provide parents with appropriate daily updates regarding their child’s routine, activities, development, and experiences.

• Respond professionally to parent questions and communicate concerns to Childcare leadership when appropriate.

Safety, Cleanliness & Compliance

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom environment throughout the day.

• Follow all Hermitage Club policies and procedures applicable to childcare operations.

• Comply with Vermont childcare licensing requirements and established health and safety practices.

• Maintain required Pediatric First Aid and Infant/Child CPR credentials.

• Maintain an active BFIS account and required annual professional development documentation.

• Participate in required training and professional development activities.

Teamwork & Service Excellence

• Work collaboratively with other childcare staff to provide consistent supervision and programming.

• Assist with classroom preparation, cleaning, organization, and closing responsibilities.

• Communicate effectively with fellow teachers and Club leadership regarding children's needs and daily operations.

• Demonstrate flexibility in responding to changing attendance levels, schedules, and the needs of children and families.

• Contribute to the high level of personalized service expected at The Hermitage Club.