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

Learning Care GroupPortland, WA
Onsite

About The Position

Leading a classroom takes a special kind of skill. As a Lead Teacher, you are: Caring! Follow all licensing guidelines, school, and company standards to ensure the daily care of every child. Engaging! Develop your ability to accurately observe, assess, and plan for children, as well as effectively communicate with families. Learning! Complete ongoing professional development on Montessori pedagogy and early childhood development topics. Inspiring! Implement the Montessori curriculum (with assistance of the Director, a School Education Manager, Team Lead, or faculty mentor) and facilitate engaging interactive learning experiences.

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.
  • Implement the Montessori curriculum.
  • Facilitate engaging interactive learning experiences.

Benefits

  • 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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