Lead Twos Teacher

Job Description A career at Childrens Lighthouse Learning Center of Fairfield will give you a rich, rewarding experience with many opportunities for personal growth. Our school is growing, and we are recruiting a qualified, detailed-oriented and caring candidate to take the lead in nurturing and educating our toddler students. We hope you will inquire about our employment opportunities.

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TWOS TEACHER FULL-TIME 8-5

30PM OR 8:30-6:00PM Our benefits include the following: Medical Insurance Vision and Dental Insurance AdvancED Accredited School Competitive compensation Tuition reimbursement for CDA Extensive initial training and opportunities for continual learning and development Opportunities for advancement Respectful, friendly learning environment Opportunity to make a difference

Qualifications:

Must meet basic requirements of local child care regulatory agency and pass fingerprinting and criminal background check. Must be a minimum of 18 years old Must have a high school diploma or equivalent A minimum of (1) year of toddler lead teacher experience in a licensed childcare facility Knowledge and understanding of all current state and local regulations

Responsibilities:

Provide a positive and nurturing environment for the children Provide a clean and attractive, well-kept classroom with all bulletin boards current Implement the Childrens Lighthouse toddler curriculum Communicate to parents frequently•verbally and in writing•using the prescribed Childrens Lighthouse technology Ability to effectively build trust and relationships with the parents and students Accept responsibility for maintenance and necessary housekeeping duties of the classroom, common use areas and playgrounds Maintain the Childrens Lighthouse professional appearance, attitude and work behavior Assist in other capacities as determined by the Director Attend all required staff meetings, workshops and/or school functions as determined by the Director Observe all rules and regulations of Childrens Lighthouse and the local, state or national regulatory agencies pertaining to the health, safety and care of children

Work Environment:

Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs•Will frequently lift as in lifting, carrying and holding children in connection with the handling of children for the facilitation of programs, child safety, and potential emergency situations Required to stand up to 90% of the day Must be able to stoop, bend and sit on a child's level Able to physically and mentally interact and react to children on the playground and/or in the classroom, and attend to their needs Must have the energy level required to do the job

Upon Employment:

First Aid and CPR training, as required Successfully pass Minimum of 18 years old

Reporting Relationship:

Reports directly to the

Director Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$11.00•$14.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Referral program Vision insurance

Education:

High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

Early Childhood Education:

1 year (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person