Lead Teacher/ Opener

Job Summary

A Mother's Wish Childcare Center is seeking a lead teacher in a multi-age classroom.

Please Note: Work experience and educational background will be used to determine rate of pay

Responsibilities and Duties

Lead Teacher Daily Responsibilities:

Creates an interactive learning environment that is fun, full of energy and engaging

Creates monthly lesson plans that can be followed by the teacher assistant as well as a substitute instructor

Design an appropriate room arrangement to support the goals and developmental level of the children in the classroom

Conduct group lessons and circle time

Prepare daily learning packets and activities

Conduct assessments and monthly milestone goals

Maintain a portfolio for each child

Perform child observations and document in their portfolios

Assist with individual and/or group activities to stimulate growth of the children in social, emotional and academic areas

Provide the children with a “prepared environment” to learn, create , and grow

Encourage individual work time to promote independence as well as group work to promote socialization

Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with children, parents and co-workers

Prepare daily progress reports for parents

Participate in all school programs

Assist at lunch while helping children to learn how to help themselves

Keep the classroom, and all common areas, clean and inviting

Work Hours: 6am - 3pm with potential for more hours in the afternoon.

Maintain Professional Commitment:

Complete and submit all records as required, including time sheets, attendance sheets, incident reports and any other required materials

Train the Assistant teacher to multi-task and how to teach the curriculum

Support a code of ethical conduct both in class and outside of the learning environment

Good role model including attendance, dress code, attitude

Open to change - Flexible and able to adapt

Participates in extra-curricular activities of center

Consistently attends teacher training hours as required by the State of TN

Show interest in self-development and professional growth

Show evidence of emotional maturity and stability

Pursue professional development/continuing education

Attend faculty meetings, in-service days, conferences and professional growth opportunities

Adhere to the safety policies and procedures of A Mother's Wish.

Become knowledgeable with Montessori terminology and methods

Qualifications and Skills

Lead Teacher Requirements:

Ideal candidates for the Teacher position should have all or some of the REQUIRED DHS training necessary for hire. A CDA (or higher degree) is preferred, but not necessary. Must have proof, at least, of a High School Diploma. Experience leading/assisting in a classroom (ECED) setting also preferred.

Candidates must be CPR and First Aid Certified or be able to obtain CPR and First Aid Certification within 60 days of hire. All candidates will have a background check.

Complete: A Tuberculosis test, an employment physical, and provide a physician's documentation of both

Possess a strong work ethic, be punctual, and have minimal absences

Be aware of the unique needs of each child

Be able to kneel, bend, squat, lift and carry children on a daily basis

Have dependable transportation

Compensation is based upon experience.

***All interested candidates must send a resume and a copy of official high school or college transcripts.***

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program

Application Question(s):

• Do you have an F-endorsement on your driver's license?

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• Early Childhood Education: 1 year (Preferred)
• Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Preferred)
• Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person