Team Lead

Learning Care Group • Hockessin, DE

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About The Position

A Team Lead at a child care center promotes children’s social, physical, and intellectual growth while leading classroom management and curriculum implementation. Classroom instruction makes up at least 50% of the weekly schedule. The role also builds relationships with families, supports and mentors Teachers, and assumes Director or Assistant Director duties—including opening and closing the school—in their absence. Team Leads ensure children receive daily care in accordance with licensing guidelines and company standards.

Requirements

• At least 18 years old.
• Experience in a licensed childcare facility, leading a classroom, and implementing lesson plans.
• Ability to meet state and/or accreditation requirements for education and experience.
• 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 in their care.
• Lead classroom management and curriculum implementation; classroom instruction is at least 50% of the weekly schedule.
• Communicate and build relationships with families to promote each child’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.
• Perform 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 implementing company standards.

What This Job Offers

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