Job Title: Child Care Teacher Lead Teacher
Location: Richmond, VA 23298
Job Type: Direct Hire
Openings: 3
Salary: $38,000 $48,000 annually
Schedule: Monday Friday, 7.5-hour shift between 6:00 AM and 8:00 PM
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Child Care Teacher / Lead Teacher to provide a safe, nurturing, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning environment for children ages 6 weeks to 6 years .
The Child Care Teacher will plan and implement age-appropriate lesson plans, support children's cognitive, social, emotional, language, and motor development, maintain classroom safety, and communicate effectively with children, families, and staff.
Responsibilities
Plan, develop, and implement age-appropriate lesson plans and classroom activities.
Provide a safe, secure, nurturing, and engaging environment for children.
Support children's cognitive, social, emotional, language, fine motor, and gross motor development.
Document children's daily progress, activities, observations, and developmental milestones.
Communicate effectively with parents and families regarding children's progress and needs.
Apply Reggio-inspired educational concepts in indoor and outdoor classroom environments.
Promote children's independence, self-esteem, autonomy, and overall development.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom environment.
Supervise teacher aides and volunteers as assigned.
Maintain accurate records and reports for each child.
Follow all applicable licensing, accreditation, safety, and regulatory requirements.
Participate in staff meetings, training, continuing education, and required sessions.
Collaborate with teachers, supervisors, and other staff members to support children's needs.
Assist with smooth transitions for children and families.
Follow infection-control and environmental health and safety procedures.
Routinely clean and maintain classroom furniture, toys, bookshelves, cots, cubbies, and other equipment.
Identify and report damaged toys, unsafe surfaces, and other potential safety hazards.
Ensure appropriate supervision and staff coverage during indoor and outdoor activities.
Maintain a safe, clean, and well-stocked classroom.
Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Education
Two-year degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Psychology, Psychology, or a closely related field , or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
High School Diploma or GED.
Minimum of 40 hours of coursework in Early Childhood Education or a related field, such as Child Psychology or Children's Literature.
Experience
Minimum of 2 years of formal experience working with children.
Previous experience working with children ages 6 weeks to 6 years .
Lead Teacher experience required.
Strong communication skills, particularly when communicating with parents and families.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Early Childhood Education or Elementary Education.
Child Development Associate ( CDA ) Certificate.
Experience working specifically with infants and toddlers, particularly children ages 6 weeks to 2 years .
Familiarity with the Reggio philosophy/approach to early childhood education.
Required Skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Reasoning and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to read, comprehend, and maintain written documentation.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to manage frequent and intense interactions with children and families.
Ability to adapt to frequent changes and shifting priorities.
Ability to manage multiple priorities.
Ability to work effectively in a noisy environment.
Ability to hear effectively and communicate clearly.
Ability to perform frequent bending and climbing of steps or ladders.
Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
Schedule
Monday Friday
7.5-hour shift
Shift will fall between 6:00 AM and 8:00 PM
Exact shift will be determined based on operational needs.
Work Environment
Child care/early childhood education setting.
Frequent interaction with children, parents, families, and staff.
Fast-paced and sometimes noisy environment.
Requires frequent bending, movement, and climbing as needed.
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