Daycare Center Lead Teacher - Montessori Unlimited, NW Central Dr.

Learning Care GroupPortland, OR
$21 - $22Onsite

About The Position

Leading a classroom takes a special kind of skill. As a Lead Teacher, you are caring, engaging, learning, and inspiring. You will follow all licensing guidelines, school, and company standards to ensure the daily care of every child. You will develop your ability to accurately observe, assess, and plan for children, as well as effectively communicate with families. You will complete ongoing professional development on Montessori pedagogy and early childhood development topics. You will implement the Montessori curriculum (with assistance of the Director, a School Education Manager, Team Lead, or faculty mentor) and facilitate engaging interactive learning experiences. Learning Care Group, Inc. is North America’s second-largest for-profit childcare provider and a leader in early childhood education. We offer specialized programs for children from 6 weeks to 12 years, delivered through our unique family of brands. Our commitment to excellence drives us to create cutting-edge facilities, equipped with advanced technology and expertly crafted curriculum designed by our in-house Education team. We strive to make a meaningful impact on every child, their families, and the communities we serve. From infants to school-age students, our comprehensive, research-based curriculum supports holistic child development in a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment. As experts in childcare and early education, we prepare children for school, instill a lifelong love of learning, and build a strong foundation for their future success.

Requirements

  • At least 18 years old.
  • Experience in a licensed child care center, Montessori school, or related field.
  • Completed a high school diploma or equivalent.
  • Met state requirements for education.

Nice To Haves

  • Previous lead teacher experience preferred.
  • Bachelor's degree and coursework in early childhood education preferred.
  • Additional school requirements may apply.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure the daily care of every child by following all licensing guidelines, school, and company standards.
  • Accurately observe, assess, and plan for children.
  • Effectively communicate with families.
  • Complete ongoing professional development on Montessori pedagogy and early childhood development topics.
  • Implement the Montessori curriculum and facilitate engaging interactive learning experiences.

Benefits

  • Compensation based on Position, Education and Experience.
  • Bi-weekly and Daily Pay options.
  • Health insurance (medical, dental, vision, and FSA) provided for full-time employees.
  • Limited medical offered for part-time workers.
  • Education assistance including tuition reimbursement and certification.
  • 401K (plus company match).
  • Life and disability insurance.
  • Child care discount available to all employees.
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