Toddler/Early Preschool Lead Teacher at Daycare
About The Position
The Toddler/Early Preschool Teacher at The Primrose School of Hillsborough plans and implements an ongoing program of activities that promotes each child's social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development, following the Primrose Balanced Learning® approach. The school is an accredited private preschool offering year-round programs for children from infancy through elementary-aged school age. The teacher supervises and manages the daily functions of a classroom group, supports children's learning and development, maintains a safe and engaging classroom, and follows applicable school and regulatory requirements. The role also involves family communication and conferences, classroom upkeep, staff meetings, and other duties assigned by the Director or designee. Each Primrose school is privately owned and operated as a franchise. The Franchise Owner is the employer and sets the wage and benefit programs, which may vary by school.
Requirements
- Meet the basic requirements of the local childcare regulatory agency.
- Have previous teaching experience in a licensed early childhood program.
- Have knowledge of the social, emotional, and creative needs of young children.
- Be able to lift up to 35 pounds in connection with handling children, facilitating programs, ensuring child safety, and responding to potential emergencies.
- Have at least 2 years of experience supervising or teaching children ages 18 months to 3 years in a licensed childcare facility.
Responsibilities
- Supervise children and manage the daily functions of a classroom group.
- Follow school rules and applicable local, state, and national regulations concerning children's health, safety, and care.
- Assess each child's developmental needs on an ongoing basis.
- Implement approved lesson plans and the daily classroom schedule in accordance with the Primrose Balanced Learning® curriculum and programming.
- Plan parent-teacher conferences and student evaluations with a member of the Leadership Team.
- Maintain an attractive, well-kept classroom that encourages children to create, explore, and make decisions confidently.
- Provide verbal recognition and acceptance to children while setting clear and consistent behavioral expectations.
- Perform classroom, common-area, and playground maintenance and housekeeping duties.
- Attend required staff meetings, workshops, and school functions.
- Maintain a professional personal appearance in accordance with the Employee Handbook.
- Assist in other capacities as determined necessary by the Director or designee.
Benefits
- Free uniforms
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Training and development
- 401(k)
- Company parties
- Competitive salary
- Employee discounts
- Flexible schedule
- Free food and snacks
- Tuition assistance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
