Childcare Lead Teacher

2 months ago

Decatur IL United States Kids N Fitness Full time

KIds N Fitness South is a licensed childcare center seeking Lead Teachers            

To be QUALIFIED for this position, we require a high school diploma OR GED, minimum of 60 college credits and 6 in ECE or CDA and the ability to pass all background checks. A plus if you have previous childcare experience              

Required Shift: Monday - Friday, 8:30am- 5:30pm AND 9:00am-6:00pm      

Compensation: $16-18/hr. based on education and experience.         

We are a family-oriented, close-knit organization and we have a lot to offer our next team member including:              

  • Competitive Pay (Including Illinois Work Force Bonus)

  • Paid Trainings, including Enhanced Career and Professional Development  

  • Generous Benefits Package, including Dental, Medical, and Vision Insurance  

  • 401k with Match  

  • Discounts for Childcare  

  • Fun and Positive Place to Work  

  • Open Door Policy 

  • Shirts and Swag - we love to show appreciation for our teachers  

Our Hiring Process:              

  • Resume screen 

  • Phone screen with recruiter (30 minutes) 

  • On-site interview with Center Director (30-60 minutes) 

    • Q&A  

    • Classroom observation  

  • Offer   

Main Job Responsibilities:              

  • Prepare lesson plans that are developmentally appropriate one week in advance using current curriculum guides.  

  • Implement lesson plans/curriculum on a weekly basis covering all areas of child development and carry out lesson plans according to classroom schedule/daily routine; Use our parent communication app efficiently.  

  • Establish a professional level of rapport with each family to provide quality care for the children. 

  • Responsible for the safety and well-being of each child, responding to their emotional needs; and maintaining an organized, clean, safe, and appropriately decorated classroom.  

  • Maintain a child assessment and portfolio for each child, as well as conduct biannual parent/teacher conferences during the month of November and May. 

  • Physical ability to work around small children including sitting, standing, walking, running, and climbing stairs. 

  • Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs. and fulfill all physical requirements of the role. 

  • Carry out the daily responsibilities of the classroom relating to the care of the children. 

If you have a positive attitude, love working with children and desire to work in a fun and professional environment, we encourage you to apply today  

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KIds N Fitness is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace and celebrate diversity and inclusivity. We do not tolerate any kind of discrimination in our hiring processes against any groups protected by federal, state, or local law.             

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