One Year Old- Lead Teacher
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Description
Benefits:
- No nights and weekends
- Childcare discounts
- Recognition programs
- Competitive salary
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- 401(k) matching
Lead Teacher – One-Year-Old Classroom
Position Overview:
We are seeking an energetic, confident, and consistent Lead Teacher for our One-Year-Old classroom. This individual should be warm and nurturing, with a strong backbone—someone who sets clear expectations, provides structure, and understands that while schedules are important, flexibility is essential in early childhood environments. Our ideal candidate is a team-oriented educator with strong communication skills who shows initiative and is passionate about helping one-year-olds grow socially, emotionally, and developmentally.
Key Responsibilities:
- Establish and maintain a structured yet flexible daily schedule, recognizing that not every day will look the same
- Learn, implement, and follow the school’s curriculum with consistency and enthusiasm
- Support children through using patience, encouragement, and collaboration with families
- Create a nurturing, safe, and engaging classroom environment that promotes independence and confidence
- Communicate professionally and effectively with families, coworkers, and administration
- Use positive behavior guidance strategies while maintaining clear classroom expectations
- Work collaboratively with co-teachers and support staff
- Demonstrate initiative by identifying classroom needs and proactively offering support
- Support children’s developmental growth
- Maintain compliance with all state licensing, health, and safety requirements
Desired Qualities & Skills:
- Energetic, confident, and consistent teaching style
- Clear, calm, and dependable classroom leadership
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Dependable, flexible, and adaptable
- Comfortable in a fast-paced classroom environment
- Passion for early childhood development
- Proactive problem-solver who takes initiative
- Positive team player with a collaborative mindset
Educational Qualifications:
All candidates must meet one or more of the following qualifications, in addition to any state and/or local licensing requirements:
- An Associate’s degree or higher in Early Childhood Education (Preferred), Elementary Education, Child Development, or a related field
- An Associate’s degree or higher in a related field (Preferred), including 18 semester hours of coursework related to children from birth to age 8
- A current CDA (Child Development Associate) or Early Childhood Teaching Credential
- Proof of current and active enrollment in an accredited Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree program in Early Childhood Education or a related field
Why Join Our Team?
- Supportive leadership and collaborative team culture
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• • Purpose-driven work that makes a lasting impact on children and families