Childcare Lead Teacher
$31,990–$31,990 year
On-site · Ames, Iowa, United States
Job Summary
Lead Teacher for childcare program responsible for supervising classroom staff, planning activities, ensuring safety and age-appropriate development for children 6 weeks to 6 years, and contributing to curriculum implementation and assessment. Role involves building trust-based relationships with children and families, documenting observations, maintaining classroom ratios, and supporting a collaborative Childcare Leadership Team. Requires experience in a childcare setting, associate degree preferred, certifications in CPR/First Aid/Mandatory Reporting/Universal Precautions/Meds Administration preferred, and ability to meet physical requirements. Schedule is 40 hours/week, Monday–Friday, 8 AM–5 PM; location Ames, Iowa.
Required Qualifications
- Two years of experience in a childcare setting
- Associate degree preferred (candidates with high school diploma and relevant childcare experience considered)
- CPR certification preferred
- First Aid certification preferred
- Mandatory Reporting certification preferred
- Universal Precautions certification preferred
- Medication Administration certification preferred
- Strong English communication skills
Desired Qualifications
- Associate degree preferred
- Minimum of two years of experience in a childcare setting
- CPR certification
- First Aid certification
- Mandatory Reporting certification
- Universal Precautions certification
- Medication Administration certification
- Strong communication skills in English (verbal and written)
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