Preschool Lead Teacher

Job Description

Lead Teacher

Early childhood education professionals, Kiddie Kollege, a well-established Early Learning Center, located in Durham, NC has an immediate opening for someone who is passionate about playing a pivotal role in the early development of children. We are looking for Early Educators who are have it in their heart to teach young children and are also dedicated, hardworking, motivated and enthusiastic.

Education Requirements

Associates or Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education or related field required

Classroom Experience

2 Years’ experience

Responsibilities

• Planning and executing an educational program of developmentally appropriate activities of children in care
• Provides activities and opportunities that encourage curiosity, exploration and problem solving appropriate to the developmental levels and learning styles of children
• Provides a supportive environment in which children can learn and practice appropriate and acceptable individual and group behaviors
• Assure the welfare, health and safety of the children
• Organizing and maintaining classroom activity areas, materials and supplies
• Maintain constant supervision of children
• Establish and maintain effective communication with parents
• Good communications with other staff to create a professional atmosphere
• Attend pre-service and in-service training as required
• Understand N.C. Child Care requirements
• Keep the director informed of any classroom issues/concerns

Requirements

• Must be 18 years old or older
• Current Qualifying Letter from DCDEE Criminal Record Check
• Current documentation of Negative TB Test (within the past 12 months)
• Current employment physical (within the past 12 months)
• CPR/First Aid Certification
• Knowledge of state child care and sanitation regulations

Abilities

• Enthusiastic
• Positive Attitude
• Working knowledge of child development
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills
• Effective organizational, time management and multi-tasking abilities
• Committed to education and learning
• Team player
• Flexible

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $13.00 - $15.00 per hour

Benefits

• 10 Paid Holidays
• 12 Paid Personal Days
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional Development Assistance

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $13.00 - $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
All adults and children 4 years old and older are required to wear a mask, social distancing is required when possible, health and temperature checks performed daily, frequent sanitizing of high touch areas.

Benefit Conditions:

• Waiting period may apply
• Only full-time employees eligible

COVID-19 Precaution(s):

• Remote interview process
• Temperature screenings
• Social distancing guidelines in place
• Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place