Infant Teacher

LeafSpring is a nationally accredited early education program that has been providing high-quality care for nearly 30 years. LeafSpring School provides exceptional early childhood education to children as young as six weeks, continuing through private kindergarten, in addition to offering a dynamic afterschool program and summer camp.

We are currently seeking positive, motivated, and dependable individuals to join our faculty for the 2023-2024 school year. By working at LeafSpring School, you will be part of a dedicated community of educators with a focused mission of partnership with parents, teachers, and our school nurse. Our faculty enjoy working in a strong team environment and are always searching for new and innovative ways to meet the needs of those in our care.

The primary duty of the Lead Teacher is teaching students according to the established educational curriculum of LeafSpring School. The Lead Teacher oversees curriculum, materials, management, and general supervision of an assigned class.

If you are a teacher looking to join a passionate group of team players who are eager to learn and grow alongside the children, then this is the place for you!

Key Responsibilities

• Plans, implements, and supervises the daily classroom program in accordance with the philosophy of LeafSpring School.
• Directs the activities of Teachers, Assistant Teachers, and volunteers, providing guidance as needed.
• Oversees and supervises all aspects of classroom management, e.g. managing direct reports, ensuring curriculum integrity, etc.
• Assists the Director, Assistant Director, and Curriculum Specialist in assessing continuing education needs and providing training as requested.
• Designs the classroom curriculum to meet the needs of each child's interests, challenges, special talents, individual style, and pace of learning.
• Maintains a safe, orderly, attractive and clean learning environment.
• Maintains ongoing developmental evaluation of children.
• Demonstrates 100% accountability of all children at all times and follows all accountability systems..
• Writes complete and individualized daily notes for children in primary care group, and oversees the writing of appropriate daily notes for all children in the class.
• Plans, implements and achieves classroom curriculum objectives.
• Maintains compliance with regulatory, accreditation and LeafSpring School brand policies.
• Develops and distributes an informative and professional appearing monthly classroom newsletter.
• Promotes and supports school events.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills

• Must possess a love for children and an ability to relate well with them, their families, and teachers.
• Must have technology competency as it relates to the responsibilities of the position.
• Must be English proficient and have excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic - must be a team player!
• Willingness to work flexible schedule between the hours of 6:30 AM – 6:30 PM.

Required Education and Certification

• Must be 18 years of age. For certain positions, must have a clean driving record, be over the age of 21 and have held a valid driver's license for at least 5 years. Subject to check of driving record.
• Must have one of the following:
• Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, child development, education, or other related field and a minimum of one (1) year experience teaching young children in a group setting.
• Bachelor’s degree in a non-related field and 18 credits in early childhood education, child development, education, or other related field and a minimum of two (2) years of experience teaching young children in a group setting.
• Associate’s degree in early childhood education, child development, education, or other related field with a minimum of two (2) years of experience teaching young children in a group setting.
• CDA certificate in early childhood education with a minimum of four (4) years experience teaching young children in a group setting.
• Experience in a NAEYC or Cognia accredited program preferred.
• Must be CPR and First Aid certified or obtain certification within six months of employment.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to bend, stoop, twist, kneel, sit, walk, run short distances, stand, reach above head, and move up and down from floor to lift children.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of up to 50 lbs.
• Must have color/depth perception and fine hand & finger movements.
• Necessary abilities for this position are: Seeing, Hearing, Talking, Reading, and Writing.
• Must have the ability to positively interact with co-workers, parents, children, vendors, and other visitors.
• Working conditions may include exposure to loud noises, odors, fumes from paint, art materials or other sources, temperature variations from either working inside or outside.

LeafSpring is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to workforce diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. Applicants must be able to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $15 - $18