Lead 2's Teacher — Full-Time, Monday–Friday
About The Position
Discovery Kidzone is seeking an experienced early childhood educator to lead a classroom serving infants and young toddlers. The role supports children during their earliest stages of development and includes coaching and training for a candidate growing into a Lead Teacher position. The center operates Monday through Friday, with no evenings or weekends. The Lead Toddler Teacher leads classroom routines, plans developmentally appropriate learning experiences, supports children's development, and maintains a safe, nurturing learning environment. The teacher observes and documents progress, communicates with families, follows licensing requirements and center policies, supports classroom colleagues, and works with center leadership to maintain high-quality classroom operations. Compensation is based on education and experience. Eligible full-time employees may receive competitive hourly pay, performance bonus opportunities, insurance options, a retirement plan, paid time off and sick leave, paid professional development, conference and appreciation events, childcare discounts, and career advancement opportunities.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of experience working in a licensed childcare or early learning setting.
- Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills.
- A patient, dependable, and professional approach to working with children and families.
- CPR and First Aid certification required within 30 days of hire.
- Ability to complete all required state licensing and background check requirements.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience working with infants or toddlers.
- Leadership experience; training and mentorship are provided.
- Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or equivalent coursework.
Responsibilities
- Lead daily classroom routines for infants and young toddlers.
- Create and implement developmentally appropriate lesson plans and learning experiences.
- Foster a safe, nurturing, and engaging classroom environment.
- Support children's cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development.
- Observe and document children's progress.
- Communicate regularly with families about children's development and daily activities.
- Ensure compliance with state licensing regulations and center policies.
- Guide and support classroom team members while promoting collaboration.
- Organize classroom materials and maintain a clean, safe learning space.
- Work with center leadership to ensure high-quality classroom operations.
Benefits
- Competitive hourly pay.
- Performance bonus opportunities of up to an additional $2.00 per hour.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance options.
- 401(k) retirement plan.
- Paid time off and sick leave.
- Paid professional development and continuing education.
- Annual staff conference and appreciation events.
- Employee childcare discounts.
- Career advancement opportunities within a growing organization.
- Supportive, collaborative, and engaging work environment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
