Lead Teacher - Childcare

Company: La Petite Academy
Location: Wichita
Posted on: April 10, 2021

Job Description:

Be a difference maker, with Learning Care Group. We are a community of collaborative, bold, fun, dedicated individuals, whose passion is the many children we guide, teach, and protect every day. As early education leaders, we're making a strong, lasting, positive impact on children. Here, you'll find a dynamic environment and culture that is open, friendly, welcoming, and collaborative. Are you ready to be an inspiring, innovative force that prepares children for elementary school-and beyond? Their future begins now. And so does yours. La Petite Academy Child Care and Early Learning Center is Hiring! Our school is located at431 N Waco. What we offer:

• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Child care discount
• 401(k) retirement plan/ Match
• Employee referral bonuses
• Professional development
• Education/CDA assistance
• Paid time off
• Company-paid basic life insurance As Lead Teacher, you will:
  • Ensure the daily care of every child by following all licensing guidelines and implementing all company standards.
  • Promote the social, physical, and intellectual growth of the children under your care
  • Implementthe Company-provided curriculum by preparing lesson plans on a weekly basis.
  • Conductregular classroom observations and assessments that reflect the interests of children in the classroom.
  • Use digital technology in the classroom, including the effective use of BrightWheel.
  • Communicate directly with parents and prospective parents to achieve success for the child.
  • Support other teachers to accomplish classroom objectives through positive coaching and development.
  • Help with meal and snack preparation, feeding children, modeling table manners at family style meals.
  • Maintain a fun and interactive classroom that is safe, clean and organized. Job Requirements:
    • Must be at least 18 years of age
    • High School diploma or equivalent
    • Must meet state requirements for education and additional center/school requirements may apply
    • Experience leading a classroom and creating educational lesson plans (benefits may vary by individual location and the average number of hours worked) We at Learning Care Group know our best asset is our people! So we've made a commitment to ensure all employees feel valued, with a robust, comprehensive offering that is competitive and exceeds your expectations. That means market-relevant compensation, a targeted range of health and wellness benefits (including life insurance, dental, vision, as well as medical available for full-time positions), and retirement planning, with our new 401k match. For us, it's simple: Provide great rewards, keep employees engaged, and create difference makers. We encourage your talent, recognize your potential, and support your growth through ongoing training and development so you can give children a great start. We also offer tuition reimbursement, assistance with gaining a CDA (worth college credit toward an Early Childhood degree), and our exclusive Master Teacher program to enhance your skills-and increase your pay. Don't wait. Start strong today.

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