One Year Old- Lead Teacher

<div class="benefits"> <div><strong>Benefits:</strong></div> <ul> <li>No nights and weekends</li> <li>Childcare discounts</li> <li>Recognition programs</li> <li>Competitive salary</li> <li>Health insurance</li> <li>Paid time off</li> <li>Training & development</li> <li>401(k) matching</li> </ul> </div> <div class="trix-content"> <div><strong><u>Lead Teacher – One-Year-Old Classroom</u></strong></div><div><br></div><div>Position Overview:</div><div><br></div><div>We are seeking an energetic, confident, and consistent Lead Teacher for our One-Year-Old classroom. This individual should be warm and nurturing, with a strong backbone—someone who sets clear expectations, provides structure, and understands that while schedules are important, flexibility is essential in early childhood environments. Our ideal candidate is a team-oriented educator with strong communication skills who shows initiative and is passionate about helping one-year-olds grow socially, emotionally, and developmentally.</div><div><br></div><div><u>Key Responsibilities:</u></div><div><br></div><ul> <li>Establish and maintain a structured yet flexible daily schedule, recognizing that not every day will look the same<br><br> </li> <li>Learn, implement, and follow the school’s curriculum with consistency and enthusiasm<br><br> </li> <li>Support children through using patience, encouragement, and collaboration with families<br><br> </li> <li>Create a nurturing, safe, and engaging classroom environment that promotes independence and confidence<br><br> </li> <li>Communicate professionally and effectively with families, coworkers, and administration<br><br> </li> <li>Use positive behavior guidance strategies while maintaining clear classroom expectations<br><br> </li> <li>Work collaboratively with co-teachers and support staff<br><br> </li> <li>Demonstrate initiative by identifying classroom needs and proactively offering support<br><br> </li> <li>Support children’s developmental growth<br><br> </li> <li>Maintain compliance with all state licensing, health, and safety requirements<br><br> </li> </ul><div><u>Desired Qualities & Skills:</u></div><div><br></div><ul> <li>Energetic, confident, and consistent teaching style<br><br> </li> <li>Clear, calm, and dependable classroom leadership<br><br> </li> <li>Strong verbal and written communication skills<br><br> </li> <li>Dependable, flexible, and adaptable<br><br> </li> <li>Comfortable in a fast-paced classroom environment<br><br> </li> <li>Passion for early childhood development<br><br> </li> <li>Proactive problem-solver who takes initiative<br><br> </li> <li>Positive team player with a collaborative mindset<br><br> </li> </ul><div><u>Educational Qualifications:</u></div><div><br></div><div>All candidates must meet one or more of the following qualifications, in addition to any state and/or local licensing requirements:</div><div><br></div><ul> <li>An Associate’s degree or higher in Early Childhood Education (Preferred), Elementary Education, Child Development, or a related field<br><br> </li> <li>An Associate’s degree or higher in a related field (Preferred), including 18 semester hours of coursework related to children from birth to age 8<br><br> </li> <li>A current CDA (Child Development Associate) or Early Childhood Teaching Credential</li> </ul><div><br></div><ul><li>Proof of current and active enrollment in an accredited Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree program in Early Childhood Education or a related field</li></ul><div><br></div><div><u>Why Join Our Team?</u></div><div><br></div><ul> <li>Supportive leadership and collaborative team culture<br><br> </li> <li>Ongoing training and professional development opportunities<br><br> </li> </ul><div> • • Purpose-driven work that makes a lasting impact on children and families</div><div></div> </div>