Toddler (12 months - 24 months) Lead Teacher

La Mère AcademyLeander, TX
$16 - $22Onsite

About The Position

At La Mère Academy, we recognize teachers as superheroes who use their time, energy, experience, and passion to educate and build the confidence of future generations. We are committed to providing teachers with the tools they need to develop their talents and feel appreciated for their crucial work. We offer a supportive team environment and a range of benefits to honor the superpowers of our educators.

Requirements

  • Love of small children
  • Loving and nurturing
  • Friendly, enthusiastic demeanor, strong work ethic, cooperative team spirit, highly professional and dependable
  • High School Diploma, GED, or higher (degree in early childhood or CDA preferred)
  • CPR and First Aid certifications
  • Must meet basic requirements of local child care regulatory agency
  • Knowledge of the social, emotional, and creative needs of young children
  • Good oral and written communication skills.
  • Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. in connection with the handling of children for the facilitation of programs, child safety, and potential emergency situations.
  • Willingness to attend training and staff meetings

Nice To Haves

  • Previous teaching or assistant teaching position in a licensed early childhood program preferred

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for the overall supervision and daily class functions of a group of children.
  • Observes all rules and regulations at La Mère Academy and the local, state, or national regulatory agencies pertaining to the health, safety, and care of children.
  • Assesses each child’s developmental needs on an ongoing basis.
  • Implements the approved lesson plans and daily classroom schedule.
  • Plans with a member of the Leadership Team the parent-teacher conferences and student evaluations.
  • Maintains an attractive, well-kept classroom that encourages children to create, explore, and make decisions with confidence.
  • Provides verbal recognition and acceptance to children while providing clear and consistent expectations for the children’s behavior.
  • Accepts responsibility for maintenance and necessary housekeeping duties of the classroom, common use areas, and playgrounds.
  • Attends all required staff meetings, workshops, and/or school functions.
  • Maintains overall professional personal appearance adhering to the guidelines offered in the Employee Handbook.
  • Assists in other capacities that Director, or designee, determines is necessary.

Benefits

  • Competitive pay
  • Child Care discounts
  • Tenure, Annual, and Attendance Bonuses
  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • PTO
  • Stocked break room with snacks and goodies to relax between classes.
  • Breakfast, lunch, and snacks provided
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