Lead Childcare Teacher

Friends Early Learning Center•South Bend, IN

About The Position

Friends Early Learning Center is an established, state-licensed childcare center that has provided childcare since 1987 and holds a Level 4 rating in Paths to Quality. Its mission is to grow lifelong learners and confident, compassionate individuals. The center emphasizes creating a stimulating, enriching environment and investing in staff while building a caring community of educators and learners. The Lead Childcare Teacher leads classroom operations, builds relationships with children and families, and maintains a positive, clean, and consistent environment for the children in their care. The position offers pay of up to $19 per hour.

Requirements

  • Have a degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE), a CDA, or at least five years of experience in a center setting.
  • Be at least 18 years of age.
  • Be able to work until 5:30 p.m.
  • Be capable of meeting the physical demands of working with children.
  • Complete CPR and First Aid training.
  • Complete an annual TB test and physical.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the overall operations of the classroom.
  • Establish relationships with children and families in the assigned classroom.
  • Provide a positive, clean, and consistent environment for the children in their care.

Benefits

  • 10 days of PTO
  • Holiday pay
  • Discounted childcare
  • 401(k)
  • Medical benefits
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