Lead Teacher
4 weeks ago
At Start Early, we are seeking a highly qualified and dedicated Lead Teacher to join our team at Educare Chicago. As a Lead Teacher, you will play a critical role in providing high-quality care and education to children from birth to five years old.
Job Summary:The Lead Teacher will be responsible for leading a team of educators in providing a stimulating learning environment that promotes the social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development of each child. You will work closely with the Education Coordinator and Education Manager to develop and implement comprehensive lesson plans that meet the needs of all children in the classroom.
Key Responsibilities:- Supervise and mentor Teacher Assistants and Teacher Aides
- Develop and implement individualized lesson plans that promote the social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development of each child
- Utilize standardized and authentic assessment data to inform instruction and make data-driven decisions
- Establish and maintain a positive and supportive classroom environment that meets state and local licensing regulations
- Collaborate with the Education Coordinator and Education Manager to develop and implement curriculum plans that meet the needs of all children in the classroom
- Identify and address any developmental concerns regarding the children and follow agency protocol
- Develop and implement strategies to promote parent involvement and engagement in the educational process
- Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE) or related field with a minimum of 27 credits in ECE and two years' experience in a relevant early childhood group setting
- Head Start: Type 04 Education Certificate/Educator License with ECE approved Endorsement required
- Clearance of background check by Department of Children and Family Services
- A biannual physical examination and TB test are required as a condition of initial employment and continued employment
- Ability to physically interact with children, including talk, hear, sit, stand, walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and lift and/or move items of up to 40 pounds
We offer a competitive salary range of $60,469.00-$71,140.00, a sign-on bonus up to $5,000, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, 401(k) contribution, paid volunteer days, and six months of paid parental leave. We are an equal opportunity employer and celebrate diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
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