Safe & Sound Lead Teacher

YWCA Columbus • Columbus, OH

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Safe & Sound Teacher is responsible for leading classroom operations and day-to-day activities. This role involves creating and implementing curriculum, leading and supervising assistant teachers, observing and assessing child development, ensuring a safe classroom environment, building positive relationships with children and families, implementing behavior management techniques, adhering to licensing and regulatory requirements, and maintaining clear communication.

Requirements

• Previous experience working with children in a childcare or educational setting.
• Knowledge of child development.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• A nurturing approach.
• Meet licensing and background requirements.
• Hold or obtain First Aid/CPR certification.
• Employee Health and Safety Trainings.
• CPR & first aid.
• Child abuse training.
• Communicable disease training.
• Required OCCRA trainings.

Nice To Haves

• CDA, associate's degree or higher in early childhood education or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create and Implement Curriculum: Design and implement engaging and age-appropriate educational activities that promote learning and development in areas such as social skills, language, and motor development.
• Lead and Supervise: Supervise and guide a team of assistant teachers, providing support, training, and mentorship to ensure best practices are followed.
• Child Development: Observe and assess children’s progress and development, providing feedback to parents, caregivers, and management as needed.
• Ensure Safety: Maintain a clean, safe, and organized classroom environment. Ensure that all safety policies and procedures are followed.
• Build Positive Relationships: Develop strong, trusting relationships with children and their families, ensuring open communication and a welcoming, inclusive environment.
• Behavior Management: Implement positive behavior management techniques to encourage positive social interactions, emotional regulation, and conflict resolution.
• Compliance: Adhere to all licensing and regulatory requirements, ensuring the daycare center is in full compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Communication: Maintain clear and professional communication with parents, staff, and management regarding daily activities, milestones, and concerns.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director or Management team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree