Team Lead (Director Qualified Management)

Learning Care Group • Schaumburg, IL

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About The Position

The Team Lead supports children’s social, physical, and intellectual growth through teaching, classroom management, and curriculum implementation. Classroom instruction makes up at least 50% of the weekly schedule. The role also includes communicating with families, mentoring and training teachers, and providing leadership by taking on Director or Assistant Director duties in their absence, including opening and closing the school. The Team Lead ensures 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.
• Ability 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; classroom instruction is 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 activities.
• Create fun, interactive learning experiences for preschool children.
• Perform 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: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed