Benefits:

Employee discounts
Opportunity for advancement
Paid time off
Training & development
Free uniforms
Health insurance
Tuition assistance

Job Description: Beginner Lead Teacher
Job Summary: Instructs children in activities according to an approved curriculum designed to promote social, emotional, physical, and intellectual growth. Establishes and maintains a safe and healthy learning environment.
Essential Functions / Job Responsibilities:

Instructs children in age-appropriate activities according to a curriculum lesson plan that is consistent with the philosophy and goals of the Center and Company.
Set up and maintain the classroom to ensure a safe, fun and age-appropriate learning environment.
Take appropriate steps to clean and sanitize classroom, materials, and restrooms.
Ensure classroom is always clean and ready for tours and makes the classroom available for tours for prospective families.
Treats the children with dignity and respect, displaying friendly, enthusiastic and caring behavior, while guiding them in a positive manner and teaching them to respect themselves and others.
Recognizes and considers the background, special talents and interests, style and pace of learning of each child and provides developmentally appropriate activities.
Establishes and maintains a safe and healthy learning environment.
Reports any injuries or accidents to Management immediately and completes necessary forms.
Supervises the children as required by the Center and state regulations.
Participates with children in activities in classroom and playgrounds appropriate.
Plans and conducts parent conferences; provides daily written feedback to parents as appropriate.
Partners with Center Director and/or Owner on any parent follow-up and communication.
Maintains confidentiality of all information on children and their families.
Reports suspected abuse or neglect as mandated by state regulations.
Attends all staff meetings, training sessions, meetings and programs as requested by the Director and/or Owner.
Commitment to complete annual state licensing training requirement
Performs other duties as requested by the Director and/or Owner
Ensure that any diaper cream or ointment is kept in a locked drawer and that each child has a signed sticker of an External Preparations Form on the creams.
Interact with the children throughout the day, be mindful of tone of voice.
Always monitor children indoors and outdoors to prevent accidents.
Assist with feeding, meal/snack preparation, diapering, and toilet training.
Implement schedules for naps, playtime, and meals to ensure consistent routines.
Maintain a clean environment, sanitize toys, and help children practice good hygiene (e.g., washing hands)

Skills & Abilities:

Demonstrates integrity, honesty, and professionalism
Knowledge and understanding of all current applicable child care regulations
Excellent customer service skills
Ability to solve problems, manage conflict
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
Excellent time management skills
Ability to work flexible schedule consisting of hours of operation, and ability to adapt hours to the needs of the business
Proficient in basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office
Ability to balance multiple priorities.

Qualifications:

Must meet state licensing requirements for education and experience by DCDEE- Credentialed as a lead teacher
Knowledge of Early childhood education curriculum
Documentation of a clean background check

Education required:

Associate’s degree or Higher
Must meet minimum State requirements with documentation from DCDEE

Since 1988, Discovery Point has been committed to providing the best early childhood education possible to children. We set our standards as high as possible in our curriculum, our staff & our health & safety policies. Everything we do is dedicated to helping children grow intellectually, physically, emotionally & socially through our whole-child approach. Our corporate office is headquartered in Atlanta, GA & our franchise model offers year-round childcare for children of age 6 weeks to 12 years old. We deliver an unrivaled franchisee support system & strategic guidance into integrating our brand & your presence in the local community. • Over 30 years of brand strength in educational childcare • The only childcare franchise with a flat fee system (vs. fees based on a % of your total sales) • We want our owners to shine. You can personalize your center to fit your community • Strong center profitability & real estate investment opportunity Why Us? We oversee site selection, center construction, licensing, & training. When you open, everything is included – from cribs to curriculum… from puzzle to printers. You can own your center’s building & land, providing greater investment security & long-term equity benefits. Our experienced team is available for operational & marketing support. In addition, we provide regular Quality Assurance support visits at each center. We provide business & operations training - 4 weeks of intensive classroom & onsite new owner training. We also guide you through the state licensing & accreditation process. We have Discovery Point Connections® – our proprietary curriculum – & we partner with industry leading Creative Curriculum® by Teaching Strategies to provide quality instruction. We also provide ongoing teacher & staff training. You get to set your own weekday hours, & many franchise owners run their businesses with family members & have their own children enrolled. Visit discoverypoint.com/franchising to learn more.

Childcare Beginner Lead Teacher

Childcare Beginner Lead Teacher

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