Lead Teacher - Irving Park
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We offer fun activities and developmental learning opportunities for children while they are in Village Care. Your job as a Lead Teacher is to coordinate and lead these activities, help children transition from one part of the day to the next, and be a patient, positive role model. The curriculum is designed to allow you choice and flexibility without a lot of prep work so you can focus on being present with the little ones in your classroom.
Responsibilities:
- Lead activities and supervise children during class times
- Be comfortable teaching any age from 3m-PreK
- Be able to lead circle time
- Beyond routine--knows the “why” of a child. Understands not only an individual classroom routine but is learning the developmental milestones for class age
- Assess student development, strengths, and weaknesses.
- Communicates and reports to parents on cognitive, behavioral, and social development as needed.
- Meets with PA once per week to review organized curriculum and provide feedback based on classroom rhythms.
- May help design or prep curriculum to assist PA. Coordinates classroom daily and is constantly helping and assisting in the growth of Assistant Teachers.
- Respond to children’s daily needs with flexibility, patience, and nurturing
- Communicate with parents regarding any accidents or incidents with their child in the classroom
- Collaborate with the Program Administrator to provide feedback on lessons/activities and discuss classroom management
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Child Development or Early Childhood Education or Associate’s Degree in a related field with 1-2 years of experience or 2 years Lead Experience.
- Experience leading group activities and working one-on-one with children ages 3m-PreK
- Current CPR + First-Aid Certification or willingness to become certified
- Record of up-to-date immunizations and ability to pass a background check
- Excellent attitude and proactive approach to work
Benefits
- Paid Time Off: 6 PTO, 10 Paid Vacation Days, one week off at the beginning of July, 2 weeks off at the end of December/beginning of January.
- Childcare: If you are a parent, we offer free enrollment for 1 child (of qualifying age) after 8 months of employment.
- Professional Development: We value your growth and are happy to help support your continued professional development after 6 months of employment
- Health Benefit Credit: Monthly Health stipend for all full time employees