Lead Teacher | The Learning Center | Concord… at Concord… · Concord

Hours are full time days M-F

Summary

As the leader of a classroom team, promotes the social, physical and intellectual growth of children by providing developmentally appropriate care; observing and documenting children's learning and development; supervising and evaluating team members; communicating effectively with children, all center staff and families; and serves as a role model in providing high quality child care.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education is preferred.A Bachelor’s Degree from a regionally accredited college, which includes a minimum of 36 credits in Early Childhood Education, including 3 from a Child Growth and Development class, will be considered.

Certification, Registration & Licensure

Certification required to obtain: Must be certified in Infant and Child CPR including AED training, and Basic 1st Aid within 6 months of hire; must complete Water Safety training within 1 year of employment.

Experience

Must be at least 21 years of age and have a minimum of 3 years’ experience working with young children in a group setting.

Responsibilities

• Provides classroom team and center-wide leadership.

• Develops and maintains positive relationships with each child and the family.

• Engages with children to meet their developmental and social-emotional needs.

• Models and teaches children self-regulation skills.

• Implements a child-centered curriculum in a safe, organized environment.

• Observes children to assess development; shares information with families and plans curriculum accordingly.

• Supports and follows Concord Hospital and Learning Center policies and procedures.

• Oversees the completion of administrative tasks required for NH Child Care licensing, NAEYC accreditation and per Learning Center policies.

• Participates in the hiring process, and ongoing evaluation and development of team members.

• Commits to continual learning and professional development; suggests improvements based on best practice.

• Provides appropriate guidance for practicum students, interns and volunteers to ensure that they engage in positive interactions with children, families, co-workers and Learning Center Staff.