Teacher - Lead at Wolk
About The Position
The JCC Wolk Children’s Center is a premier early-childhood community dedicated to nurturing the whole child. We create a warm, engaging environment where children learn through play, social interaction, and hands-on exploration—because we understand that young learners thrive as constructivists. We follow the Creative Curriculum, a research-based, field-tested approach that supports developmentally appropriate learning for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Our program cultivates collaboration, critical thinking, creativity, and a strong sense of community. The Lead Teacher provides high-quality care and education for children from infancy through school age. This role contributes to the daily operations of the classroom, promotes child development across all domains, and helps maintain a nurturing, safe, and organized learning environment.
Requirements
- Associate’s degree in Early Childhood, Child Development or related field and/or Child Development Associate credential required.
- One year of experience working with children less than 13 years of age required.
- Demonstrate professionalism, collaboration, reliability, and a strong commitment to early childhood education.
- Strong communication, teamwork, and problem‑solving skills.
Nice To Haves
- Current CPR, AED and First Aid certifications preferred.
Responsibilities
- Implement developmentally appropriate activities that support social, emotional, physical, and cognitive growth in young children.
- Support daily care routines, including feeding, diapering, toileting, and rest time.
- Maintain a safe, clean, organized, and engaging classroom environment in alignment with program standards.
- Observe and document developmental milestones.
- Provide respectful, responsive, and nurturing care to infants, toddlers and school age.
- Actively participate in classroom supervision, transitions, and engagement on the playground and in shared activity spaces.
- Collaborates with Teacher’s Assistants, co‑teachers, and administrative staff to ensure clear communication, consistency, and effective teamwork.
- Interact with families in a professional, supportive manner that encourages positive family engagement.
- Attend all required training courses, staff meetings, and professional development sessions.
- Comply with all OCFS licensing regulations and promptly report concerns or suspected violations to the appropriate staff.
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- A comprehensive benefits package
- JCC membership, including access to facilities and programs
- Professional development opportunities
- Networking and community‑building events
- Opportunities to engage in meaningful Jewish cultural and communal activities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
