Team Lead

Learning Care Group • Tucson, AZ

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About The Position

A Team Lead at a child care center promotes children’s social, physical, and intellectual growth and supports their development as lifelong learners. The role leads classroom management and curriculum implementation, with classroom instruction making up at least 50% of the weekly schedule. Team Leads build relationships with families, help manage and mentor new hires and fellow Teachers, and create interactive learning experiences for preschool children. They may assume Director or Assistant Director duties when those leaders are absent, including opening and closing the school. They ensure children receive daily care in accordance with licensing guidelines and company standards.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years old.
• Have experience in a licensed childcare facility, leading a classroom, and implementing lesson plans.
• Meet state and/or accreditation requirements for education and experience.
• Be able to work indoors or outdoors and engage in physical activity with children.

Nice To Haves

• College credits toward an Early Childhood Education or Child Development degree, or a CDA.

Responsibilities

• Promote the social, physical, and intellectual growth of children.
• Lead classroom management and curriculum implementation.
• Provide classroom instruction for at least 50% of the weekly schedule.
• Communicate and build relationships with families to support children’s achievement and the center’s success.
• Manage, train, and mentor new hires and fellow Teachers, or assist with these duties.
• Create fun, interactive learning experiences for preschool children.
• Assume Director or Assistant Director duties in their absence, including opening and closing the school.
• Ensure daily care of every child by following licensing guidelines and company standards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed