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Small Hands Big DreamsPosted 1 month ago

Childcare Lead Teacher

On-siteOlmsted Falls, Ohio, United States

Senior LevelSmall

Job Summary

Create and implement engaging, developmentally appropriate lesson plans and hands-on learning experiences. Foster a safe, nurturing, and inclusive classroom environment through active supervision and adherence to licensing standards. Build meaningful relationships with families via daily communication, photos, and developmental conversations while observing and assessing each child's individual growth. Lead classroom routines, mentor teammates, and collaborate with leadership to provide high-quality care. Serve as a positive role model demonstrating professionalism and a commitment to continuous learning. Maintain a safe environment by lifting and carrying children weighing 10-70lbs while standing for 90% of the day. Join a community dedicated to helping children, families, and teachers grow together.

Required Qualifications

  • previous experience working in a licensed early childhood program
  • Have previous experience working in a licensed early childhood program
  • Understand child development and age-appropriate teaching practices
  • Meet all state licensing qualifications (5101:2-12-27)
  • CPL 3 or higher
  • Lifting and carrying children that may weigh 10- 70lbs
  • Stand up to 90% of the day while supervising the safety of the children

Desired Qualifications

  • Demonstrate a genuine passion for educating and nurturing young children
  • Are dependable, positive, energetic, and committed to excellence
  • Enjoy working as part of a collaborative team while confidently leading a classroom
  • Take pride in creating fun, engaging learning experiences every day
  • passionate about early childhood education
  • committed to creating meaningful learning experiences for young children
  • lead a classroom with confidence
  • Create and implement engaging, developmentally appropriate lesson plans and hands-on learning experiences
  • Foster a safe, nurturing, and inclusive classroom environment where children feel valued and supported
  • Build meaningful relationships with families through daily communication, photos, videos, classroom updates, and developmental conversations
  • Observe, assess, and support each child's individual growth and developmental milestones
  • Serve as a positive role model by demonstrating professionalism, leadership, and a commitment to continuous learning

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