Team Lead

Learning Care Group

20d

About The Position

This is a child care center Team Lead role focused on supporting children’s social, physical, and intellectual growth and helping them become lifelong learners. The Team Lead leads classroom management and curriculum implementation, with classroom instruction making up at least 50% of the weekly schedule. The role also builds relationships with families, mentors Teachers and new hires, and may assume Director or Assistant Director duties—including opening and closing the school—in their absence. The Team Lead ensures children receive daily care in accordance with licensing guidelines and company standards. The hourly rate is $18.57–$19.29.

Requirements

• At least 18 years of age.
• Experience in a licensed child care facility.
• Experience leading a classroom and implementing lesson plans.
• Ability to meet state and/or accreditation requirements for education and experience.
• Ability to work indoors or outdoors and engage in physical activity with children.
• Meets Illinois Director qualifications.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Promote the social, physical, and intellectual growth of children in their care.
• Lead classroom management and curriculum implementation.
• Provide classroom instruction for at least 50% of the weekly schedule.
• Communicate and build relationships with families to promote children’s achievement and support 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.
• Take on Director or Assistant Director duties in their absence, including opening and closing the school.
• Ensure the daily care of every child by following licensing guidelines and company standards.

What This Job Offers

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