Summary
Little Sprouts Nursery and Preschool is hiring a lead teacher for our 1 year old room and also our summer program.
Positions will be full time.
Individuals must be lead teacher qualified with preference given to candidates who have recent experience in a licensed childcare setting.
We are looking for individuals who are dedicated to working with children and plan on childcare being their long-term goal.
Patience, a high level of observation, and positive communication skills are highly valued in this position.
In addition to the standard interview process, candidates may be asked to spend time in the classroom to get a better feel for the children, routine and center atmosphere.
This position is full-time with paid time off and sick time off available after the 90-day probationary period.
Duties
Lead by example
Implement age-appropriate activities to actively engage children
Encourage social, cognitive and emotional growth.
Ensure all center policies and state regulations are met.
Provide a healthy classroom environment
Prepare and follow lesson plans
Prepare and distribute monthly classroom newsletters
Observe and record childhood milestones
Complete portfolios for children in care
Participate in bi-annual classroom conferences
Requirements
Minimum state required classes, or the ability to obtain within 6 months of hire, Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development Credential, or a relevant field.
But, will train the right person.
Infant CPR, or be willing to obtain
Able to build respectful relationships with children, families, and co-workers
Willingness to lead a small group of children and maintain an organized classroom
Ability to create a safe warm environment for the children
Positive Attitude
Ability to lift and hold students
Ability to stand, sit, walk on various surfaces inside and outside
Must clear full background check and must pass health screening.
Nice To Haves
Bilingual a plus
Level 7 or higher on the Registry
Benefits
PTO, PAID HOLIDAYS, PAID BIRTHDAY OFF, PAID SICK TIME OFF, NO WEEKENDS
About Us
Little Sprouts Nursery School values the beliefs that children are strong, competent and capable citizens who are full of wonder and curiosity to learn.
We believe that children have a natural drive that makes them want to understand the world around and how the world relates to them.
Children are capable of constructing their own methods of researching and learning, using everything from play to a variety of hands-on-learning experiences.
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