Infant, Toddler, and Preschool Teachers

LeafSpring School at Geist, the standard of excellence in early childhood, school-age recreation, and mildly ill care, is growing and we are seeking well qualified applicants to join our team! Our ideal candidates are energetic, passionate about early childhood education, and work well on a team.

We don’t just educate our students, we support and educate our team.

We believe in continuing education. If you are interested in getting your CDA, Associate or Bachelors, we partner with you and TEACH to have 90% of your degree paid so you only pay 10%. We would love to chat with you.

We are currently reviewing applications for a Full-Time Teacher working with children ages from 6 weeks to 1 years old. This position is responsible for the daily supervision and management of a primary care group of 4 children. Plans, implements and supervises the daily program for the class in accordance with the philosophy of LeafSpring School. Incorporates principles of age appropriate growth and development and developmentally appropriate practice in daily lesson plans.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma.
• Would prefer degree holding or degree seeking in early childhood education, special education, child development, or another child related field or a current CDA certificate.
• 6 months experience working with young children in an accredited child care facility.
• Open to working at 4 days/10 hours a week with one business day off or 5 days a week schedule.

BENEFITS FOR FULL TIME EMPLOYEES:

• No nights or weekends
• Paid time off and holidays
• Employer contribution towards group medical and ancillary plans
• Tuition discounts
• Salary based upon experience and education.

AN IDEAL CANDIDATE HAS QUALITIES OF:

• a love for children and an ability to relate well with them, their families, and teachers.
• excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• a positive attitude and work ethic

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

-Supervision of 4 children (depending on classroom).

-Ensure the health and safety of each child is priority.

-Adhere to all state, accrediting bodies, and LeafSpring School criteria.

-A positive attitude, a great work ethic and loves to have fun.

LeafSpring School is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment policies and decisions on employment and promotion are based on merit, qualifications, performance, and business needs. The decisions and criteria governing the employment relationship with all employees are made in a nondiscriminatory manner, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other factor determined to be unlawful by federal, state, or local statutes.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $16.50 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• Childcare: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17