Lead Teacher

Lead Teacher Bailey Preschool & Childcare Center - 3.3 East Lansing, MI Job Details Full-time $15 - $19 an hour 7 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Career development plan Employee discount Professional development assistance Qualifications CPR Certification Working with individuals with disabilities Employee relationship building Education First Aid Certification Stakeholder relationship building Early Childhood Education Parent-teacher conferences (communication methods) Full Job Description Lead Toddler Teacher - Full Time Monday-Friday | Full-Time We are seeking a responsible, energetic, and motivated Lead Teacher to join our Toddler Classroom team . The ideal candidate is passionate about early childhood education, thrives in a leadership role, and is committed to creating a nurturing and inclusive learning environment.

Center Hours:

7:00 AM - 5:30 PM (shift schedule discussed during interview) Benefits (Full-Time Employees) Paid vacation Paid floating holidays Tuition reimbursement Professional development assistance Requirements First Aid & CPR certification (or willingness to obtain) Willingness to complete required initial training and maintain annual continuing education hours Fingerprinting and background clearance (reimbursed after 3 months of continuous employment) Minimum of 480 hours of documented child-related experience (Babysitting or raising children does not qualify) CDA credential or higher degree/coursework in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field Reliable transportation Punctual and dependable Valid work authorization and employment verification Familiarity with Michigan Child Care Licensing Rules Responsibilities Include (but are not limited to) Create and maintain a warm, safe, clean, and welcoming classroom environment Plan and implement weekly lesson plans and developmentally appropriate activities Lead an inclusive classroom that supports children of all abilities, including those with special needs Set, track, and support individual developmental goals for each child Maintain developmental assessments, observations, and anecdotal records Prepare and distribute monthly classroom newsletters for families Conduct parent-teacher conferences and meetings as needed Establish and follow consistent daily schedules and routines Build and maintain positive, professional relationships with families, staff, and community agencies Supervise, mentor, and lead teacher assistants Observe and document behavior and learning progress, including kindergarten readiness Plan and implement indoor and outdoor large motor activities Collaborate with co-teachers and administration on group projects, themes, and center-wide initiatives Perform daily classroom cleaning and sanitation Job Type Full-time

COVID-19

Considerations Our center follows all Michigan State Licensing and CDC guidelines to ensure the health and safety of staff, children, and families. Please bring a mask to the interview. Application Questions Please be prepared to answer the following: How many years of Early Childhood Education experience do you have? How many years of preschool or toddler classroom experience do you have? What is the highest level of education you have completed? Do you hold an Early Childhood Education license or certification? When are you available for an interview or phone screen? Please list 2-3 dates and times (or time ranges).

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$15.00 - $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount Paid time off Professional development assistance Tuition reimbursement

Work Location:

In person