Lead Teacher
7 days ago
Are you a passionate Assistant Director/Lead Teacher, searching for a rewarding career as a member of an amazing leadership team? Do you love working with the youngest learners and mentoring the next generation of educators? If you answered yes, then Dreamers Academy wants to talk to you
Dreamers Academy provides high quality, highly personalized childcare focused on the whole child. We focus on the next generation of global citizens, age 6 weeks to 5 years in a safe, play based, innovative environment. We are passionate about providing affordable childcare within the community, and cultivating an environment of growth for our staff.
About the Role:
As Lead Teacher / Assistant Director, you will be responsible for:
- Ensuring the safety and wellbeing of the children in the program, leading classroom activities
- Training, supervising, mentoring, coaching and evaluating teaching staff
- Implementing good management procedures
- Developing age-appropriate curricula in conjunction with the staff
- Administering and enforcing all appropriate local, state and federal guidelines
- Additional administrative facility responsibilities, as needed
Basic Qualifications:
- Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field.
- Proven experience in a leadership role within a childcare center or similar setting.
- Strong understanding of state licensing regulations and compliance requirements.
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
- Leadership qualities with the ability to inspire and motivate a team.
- Organizational and administrative skills, including budget management.
Meets or willing to obtain the following certifications prior to hire:
- CPR/First Aid, CPR/AED
- ITC
- Food Handling Certification
- Gateway member and Director Level 1
Our Benefits:
- Competitive starting salary
- Professional development opportunities
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
- Potential for career advancement within our organization
- Paid time off and holiday benefits
- Plus more
Location
West Town, Chicago
We are currently looking for Assistant Teachers, Lead Early Childhood Teachers, and an Assistant Director/Lead Early Childhood Teacher.Company DescriptionDreamers Academy is an innovative childcare center in the heart of West Town, Chicago. We focus on the whole child, our diverse community, and creating the next generation of global citizens by providing quality, highly personalized childcare for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years old.\r
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We are currently looking for Assistant Teachers, Lead Early Childhood Teachers, and an Assistant Director/Lead Early Childhood Teacher.
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