Lead Teacher

Lead Teacher Humble Beginnings Childcare Lincoln Park, NJ Job Details Full-time $18 - $19 an hour 10 hours ago Benefits Paid time off Professional development assistance Qualifications Observation-based student assessment Behavior management Early childhood education center experience Working with individuals with developmental disabilities CPR Certification Occupational safety regulation compliance Safety regulations Engaging lesson design (student motivation techniques) First aid Associate's degree in early childhood education Bachelor's degree in early childhood education Classroom behavior modification First Aid Certification Classroom experience Working with students with special education needs Language development (child development components) Associate's degree Classroom Teaching Collaborative teaching Communication skills Child Development Associate Certification Entry level Early Childhood Education Full Job Description Job Overview Join a team that truly values passion, creativity, and meaningful connections with children. At Humble Beginnings Childcare, we believe children learn best through hands-on experiences, nurturing relationships, and purposeful play. We are looking for a warm, energetic, and dependable Lead Teacher who is passionate about early childhood education and excited to create a classroom where children feel safe, confident, and inspired to learn every day. This is more than "just a daycare job." We're building a strong team of educators who genuinely love what they do and want to grow professionally while making a lasting impact on children and families. What You'll Do Create and lead engaging, age-appropriate learning experiences using play-based and hands-on teaching strategies Foster children's social-emotional, cognitive, language, and physical development Maintain a safe, organized, and nurturing classroom environment Support positive behavior management using redirection, consistency, and developmentally appropriate practices Build strong relationships and open communication with families Observe and document children's growth and developmental progress Collaborate with assistant teachers and leadership to maintain a positive classroom culture Support children with varying developmental needs through individualized learning approaches Ensure compliance with licensing, health, and safety regulations What We're Looking For Experience working with young children in a preschool, childcare, or early childhood setting Strong classroom management and communication skills A patient, positive, and team-oriented attitude Knowledge of child development and developmentally appropriate practices Experience supporting children with behavioral, developmental, or special needs is a plus CPR/First Aid certification preferred (or willingness to obtain) CDA, Associate's, or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred Why Join Humble Beginnings? Supportive leadership team Positive and family-oriented environment Opportunities for professional growth and training Small classroom sizes and hands-on learning The opportunity to truly make a difference in children's lives every single day If you are passionate about early childhood education and want to be part of a center that values creativity, teamwork, and meaningful learning experiences, we would love to hear from you.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$18.00 - $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

Paid time off Professional development assistance

Work Location:

In person