Daycare Lead Preschool Teacher

Little Duckling Early Learning Christian Academy

Daycare Lead Preschool Teacher

Indianapolis, IN
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k)

    Bonus based on performance

    Competitive salary

    Free food & snacks

    Free uniforms

    Opportunity for advancement

    Paid time off

    Training & development

    Tuition assistance

    Wellness resources

    Job Summary: Welcome to a place of work where you consistently feel appreciated. Little Duckling uses its Four Core Values: Love, Community, Social-Emotional and Distinction to create the best work environment for the best Childcare Rock Stars out there.

    Work somewhere where you feel valued and acknowledged. Where you can grow to be the best version of yourself. From building relationships with young children, families, and peers, you'll love waking up for your career every day.

    The ideal candidate is creative, helpful, kind, a team player, and unafraid to work hard and have fun!

    Why Work For Us?

    Do you prioritize qualities like excitement, cooperation, support, and encouragement at work? At Little Duckling, we do our best to ensure you feel valued and acknowledged. Where you can grow to be the best version of yourself. From building relationships with young children, families, and peers; to working in an environment where your special gifts and talents are celebrated and appreciated. Our Team is here to ensure we all win. For over 30 years, Little Duckling has been in a change maker in the lives of its teachers, staff, children, and families.

    Exceptional Management & Leadership You’ll Love

    What makes you want to work for a top management group? You will learn things to help your career and enjoy the wonderful work-life balance and friendly atmosphere you walk into daily.

    Skyrocket Your Career

    Take advantage of chances for paid training, professional development, and growth within the organization that is available for career advancement. Get the help you need to advance in the way you deserve.

    Responsibilities:

    Employ a variety of educational techniques (storytelling, educational play, media, etc.) to teach children. Have Fun!

    Observe and engage each child to help them improve their social competencies and build self-esteem. Have Fun!

    Encourage children to interact with each other and resolve occasional arguments

    Guide children to develop their artistic and practical capabilities through a carefully constructed curriculum (identify shapes, numbers, or colors, do crafts, etc.) Have Fun!

    Supervise children to ensure they are always safe.

    Track children’s progress and report to Lead Teachers

    Communicate with parents regularly to understand the children’s background and psyche.

    Collaborate with other educators.

    Maintain a clean and tidy classroom consistent with health and safety standards.

    Other duties as assigned

    Benefits/Perks

    Professional Development: Room for growth within the company

    Low child-to-teacher ratios

    Paid background check, CPR, First-Aid, Universal Precautions

    Teacher Appreciation & Recognition: Surprise Gifts/Snacks

    Health Insurance including vision & dental

    Bonuses

    401K

    Annual Mental Health Retreat

    Employee Childcare Discount

    Qualifications:

    Must be 18 years of age and have a High School Diploma or GED.

    1-2 years experience working in a licensed childcare facility required.

    CDA, degree in Early Childhood Education or Elementary Education required.

    Payscale: $16hr to $19hr depending on education and experience. Join a team that feels like family and enjoys flexible hours and an incredible work-life balance before it’s too late!

    APPLY NOW WHILE THIS GREAT JOB IS STILL AVAILABLE!

    Each center is independently owned and operated. Your application will go directly to the center, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of each center. All inquiries about employment at these schools should be made directly to the center location, and not to Grow Your Center Corporate.