Childcare Beginner Lead Teacher

Discovery Point - Mooresville

About The Position

Job Summary: Instructs children in activities according to an approved curriculum designed to promote social, emotional, physical, and intellectual growth. Establishes and maintains a safe and healthy learning environment.

Requirements

Demonstrates integrity, honesty, and professionalism
Knowledge and understanding of all current applicable child care regulations
Excellent customer service skills
Ability to solve problems, manage conflict
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
Excellent time management skills
Ability to work flexible schedule consisting of hours of operation, and ability to adapt hours to the needs of the business
Proficient in basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office
Ability to balance multiple priorities.
Must meet state licensing requirements for education and experience by DCDEE- Credentialed as a lead teacher
Knowledge of Early childhood education curriculum
Documentation of a clean background check
Associate’s degree or Higher
Must meet minimum State requirements with documentation from DCDEE

Responsibilities

Instructs children in age-appropriate activities according to a curriculum lesson plan that is consistent with the philosophy and goals of the Center and Company.
Set up and maintain the classroom to ensure a safe, fun and age-appropriate learning environment.
Take appropriate steps to clean and sanitize classroom, materials, and restrooms.
Ensure classroom is always clean and ready for tours and makes the classroom available for tours for prospective families.
Treats the children with dignity and respect, displaying friendly, enthusiastic and caring behavior, while guiding them in a positive manner and teaching them to respect themselves and others.
Recognizes and considers the background, special talents and interests, style and pace of learning of each child and provides developmentally appropriate activities.
Establishes and maintains a safe and healthy learning environment.
Reports any injuries or accidents to Management immediately and completes necessary forms.
Supervises the children as required by the Center and state regulations.
Participates with children in activities in classroom and playgrounds appropriate.
Plans and conducts parent conferences; provides daily written feedback to parents as appropriate.
Partners with Center Director and/or Owner on any parent follow-up and communication.
Maintains confidentiality of all information on children and their families.
Reports suspected abuse or neglect as mandated by state regulations.
Attends all staff meetings, training sessions, meetings and programs as requested by the Director and/or Owner.
Commitment to complete annual state licensing training requirement
Performs other duties as requested by the Director and/or Owner
Ensure that any diaper cream or ointment is kept in a locked drawer and that each child has a signed sticker of an External Preparations Form on the creams.
Interact with the children throughout the day, be mindful of tone of voice.
Always monitor children indoors and outdoors to prevent accidents.
Assist with feeding, meal/snack preparation, diapering, and toilet training.
Implement schedules for naps, playtime, and meals to ensure consistent routines.
Maintain a clean environment, sanitize toys, and help children practice good hygiene (e.g., washing hands)