Job Description
Job DescriptionBenefits:
- IRA Employer Contribution Match
- Free uniforms
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Tuition assistance
A Child Care Center Toddler Lead Teacher is responsible for the care, supervision and management of toddlers, ages 19 months to 3 years old, in accordance with the rules and regulations of the State of Ohio. The principal duties of the Toddler Lead Teacher include: conduct focused observations of children, develop action plans, carry out and evaluate the effectiveness of child development activities, ensure the safety and well-being of the children, maintain regular communication with parents, and contribute to the effective operation of the overall early care and education of young children. The Toddler Lead Teacher reports to the Site Supervisor in the child care center.
A Lead Teacher Must:
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Have at least one (1) year of experience working in an infant/toddler program and/or a certificate/degree in early childhood education or currently working towards the completion of one
- Submit to background check
- Be CPR, First Aid certified or obtain certification upon hire
- Complete orientation and applicable trainings upon hire
- Complete a physical and provide a physicians documentation of immunizations
- Meet all applicable Ohio State licensing regulations
- Be mentally/physically capable of caring for a group of infants alone in a classroom
- Possess a strong work ethic, be punctual, and have minimal absences
- Have an awareness of the unique needs of infant/toddlers and have appropriate expectations of their abilities
- Be able to kneel, bend, squat, lift, push, pull and play with the infants
- Be available for full and/or part time employment
- Have dependable transportation
Required Expectations:
- Have an Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education and/or CDA and/or be near finishing a degree in Early Childhood Education
- Be warm and nurturing with children
- Be a positive role model for all caregiving staff and children
- Be customer service oriented and professional