Childcare Lead Teacher
Full Time • Celebree School of Wayne
Benefits:
- Uniform Items
- Team Building Initiative Free
- Employee Referral Bonuses
- Child Care Discounts
- Paid Holidays
- Free Continuing Education Units
- No nights or weekends
- Career Development
- Benefits may vary by location:
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Job Summary:
Plan and direct operations of an assigned classroom to ensure Celebree mission, vision and values are upheld, and children are provided with a developmentally age-appropriate learning environment. Provide support and direction to the classroom assistant and aide.
Company Overview
At every Celebree School, our mission is to protect, educate and nurture the children in our care. Childcare jobs with our school family are life-changing ones. We say Celebree Schools are a place where we grow people BIG and small; investing in teachers and learners to help them achieve their goals. At Celebree Schools, we are committed to offering multiple opportunities and a chance to grow within the Celebree Organization.
Responsibilities
As a Lead Teacher, you will be given the tools, resources, and training to:
- Manage your assigned classroom to ensure compliance with all PA state regulations, company brand standards, policies and procedures
- Plan and implement developmentally, age-appropriate lesson plans in a safe, nurturing learning environment in accordance with the Celebree School curriculum; ensure that the activities of lesson plans are clearly delegated and communicated to all staff involved; maintain open and effective communication with teaching team members
- Provide a welcoming and friendly classroom environment for all children, families and visitors; maintain attractive classroom/hallway displays and an educational parent board (that is updated regularly)
- Communicates effectively with caregivers, e.g., greeting by name, addressing concerns in a timely manner, giving positive feedback and providing regular updates on their child’s development and classroom happenings, update the daily report that provides caregivers with information about their child’s day
- Counsels children as needed using the Conscious Discipline framework and utilize appropriate behavior management techniques
- Performs face to name counts every 30 minutes
- Always maintains regular and satisfactory attendance, limits absences
- Attends all staff meetings, trainings and school events as required
- Provide support and direction to Aides/Floaters to ensure the classroom functions in an orderly manner
Experience:
- Teaching: 2 years (Required)
- Childcare: 2-3 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Child Development Associate (Preferred)
- Associate's degree in human services field or 30 CEUs in early childhood development, special education, elementary education or human services (Required)
- Bachelor’s degree in human services field or early childhood education (Preferred)
Physical Demands:
The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. The job requires frequent bending, squatting, reaching, lifting and carrying; ability to lift 50 pounds.
Specific Skills:
Certification in CPR & First Aid. Computer skills, familiar with educational software and curriculum.
Compensation: $18.00 - $19.00 per hour
At Celebree School™ we grow people BIG and small. This promise reflects our holistic approach to growth, emphasizing the importance of nurturing both children and team members to reach their fullest potential. Celebree provides a supportive and nurturing environment where team members have access to continuous learning, development opportunities, individual growth plans, and career pathways. At Celebree, you'll be part of a collaborative and inclusive team culture where your ideas are valued, and your contributions are recognized. We foster an environment of open communication, respect, and teamwork, where every voice matters.
Join us at Celebree and be part of a company that not only cares about the growth of children but also prioritizes the growth and development of its team members. Let’s grow BIG together!
This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchise-owned location. All inquiries about employment at this franchise owned location should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to Celebree School Corporate.
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Career Growth Opportunities
Competitive Compensation
Free Continuing Education Units
Paid Holidays
No nights or weekends
Employee Assistance Plan, 401K, Health Insurance
varies by location*