Benefits:
Competitive salary
Employee discounts
Free food & snacks
Health insurance
Paid time off
Training & development
Job Description Lead Teacher – Infant/Toddler
SUMMARY: The Lead Teacher is responsible for the education, daily care and recreation of children aged 6 weeks – 3 years. Must demonstrate competency, good judgment, and self-control in the presence of children and when performing assigned responsibilities. Relate to children, parents, and coworkers with courtesy, respect, acceptance, and patience. Recognize and respect the uniqueness and potential of all children, their families, and their cultures. Ensure that no child is abused, neglected, or exploited while in the care of the center and report suspected abuse, neglect, and exploitation to DFPS as specified in the Texas Family Code.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: An employee in this position is expected to exhibit a genuine liking and understanding of children and a desire to share the general foundations of Christian Faith with them. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
•Supervise and help train assistants in classroom routines and regulations •Mentor assistants in appropriate teacher child interactions •Mentor assistants in all aspects of child instruction, curriculum and assessments •Follow and implement the pre-selected academic and Biblical curriculums of The Academy •Implements child-centered daily routine, curriculum and learning environment that encourages the development of age-appropriate positive social interactions, active exploration/ engagement in learning, and self-motivation (curiosity) to promote development in all domains for children of all abilities. •Understands the development of self-regulation in infants-toddlers as well as age-appropriate expectations for prosocial behaviors. •Creates a nurturing, responsive environment that promotes positive and development of social and emotional competencies. •Observes closely and with understanding to determine possible causes of challenging behavior, implementing preventive measures, teaching children new social and communication skills in partnership with families. •Uses observations of children and anecdotal notes to document children’s progress and individualize curriculum •Create partnerships with families to establish positive interaction patterns. •Participates in assigned meetings, events and training as required. •Maintain confidentiality in staff and family information. •Be present (emotionally, mentally, and physically) at work to provide consistency of services. •Be a contributory team member in a positive/productive manner. •Demonstrate commitment to mission, values, and policies in the performance of daily duties. •Follow Academy procedures to ensure reporting of suspected child abuse and/or neglect. •Follow Academy procedures in reporting any suspected licensing deficiencies. •React productively to change and handle all other work-related responsibilities as assigned.
SPIRITUAL COMMITMENT: •Committed to sharing the love of Jesus with children and families in our Academy •Teach from a Biblical World View •Pray daily with children
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS: •Criminal Background Check •Pediatric CPR and First Aid •Food Handlers Certificate •Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect •30 hours of Continuing Education completed annually