Summary
Are you looking for a job that will make a difference?
Join our high-quality, nature-focused, play-based childcare center that serves ages 2-10!
Our Philosophy at The Nurturing Tree Early Learning Academy is that children learn best in a nurturing, child-initiated play-based environment that fosters self-confidence, trust, creativity, autonomy, and acceptance of individual differences. As a staff member, you would establish positive personal interactions and nurture each child's growth and education.
The Nurturing Tree Early Learning Academy is looking for a Full-Time Lead Teacher!
Duties
- Foster positive relationships with children, families, and staff, contributing to a supportive team environment.
- Communicate regularly and professionally with parents / guardians regarding child progress, classroom updates, and needs.
- Ensure all center policies and state regulations are met
- Ensure a healthy environment for the safety of the children
- Participate in ongoing professional development and team meetings.
- Help prepare and serve meals and snacks, overseeing mealtime routines.
- Create and maintain a safe, warm, and inviting classroom that is clean and organized.
- Achieve center goals by collaborating with team and leadership on enrollment, accreditation, and family engagement initiatives.
- Ability to frequently lift and carry up to 40 pounds (e.g., lifting children, supplies, or equipment).
- Ability to bend, kneel, squat, and sit on the floor for extended periods while engaging with children.
Requirements
Associate's degree in early childhood education or 1 year from completion1-year childcare experienceHigh energyAn understanding of child development and the willingness to learn!Willing to take required trainings and maintain yearly continuing educationMust clear full background check and pass health screeningAble to walk 2 miles, 2 to 3 times per week in various weather conditionsNice To Haves
Experience in a Group Childcare settingBenefits
Family- focused environmentCaring and understanding supervisors1-week paid vacations after 90 daysPaid holidays and 2 paid staff in-service daysPaid staff meetingsPaid continuing educationChildcare discount for full-time staff membersJ-18808-Ljbffr