Lead Teacher-eKids Learning Center-7:30a-4p-Full-Time
Erlanger Health System
Location
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Quick overview
The Lead Teacher is responsible for providing care and education to children from birth to age 12 while implementing daily lesson plans. They work alongside the Assistant Teacher to foster a nurturing, safe, and stable environment that promotes intellectual and social growth.
Requirements summary
Candidates must hold a degree or certificate in Early Childhood Education or possess a high school diploma with five years of leadership experience in childcare. Additionally, one year of full-time experience with children in a group setting and a negative criminal background check are required.
Job description
Job Summary
The Lead Teacher is responsible for the provision of care and education of a group of children from birth through age 12 under the direction and supervision of the Team Leader. S/he provides opportunities for development of self-esteem, social competence, and intellectual growth. The Lead Teacher works with the Assistant Teacher while implementing daily lesson plans and provides a nurturing, stable and safe environment for young children.
Education
Required: Graduate or certificate holder from an accredited higher education institution with concentration in Early Childhood Education (B.S., A.S., CDA, or TECTA) or a high school diploma/equivalent plus 5 years of leadership experience in a child care setting.
Preferred
Experience
Required: One (1) year full-time work experience with young children in a group setting.
Preferred
Position Requirement(s)
- License/Certification/Registration
- Required: Negative criminal background check consistent with state childcare licensure requirements
Preferred
Department
Position Summary
The Lead Teacher is responsible for the provision of care and education of a group of children from birth through age 12 under the direction and supervision of the Team Leader. S/he provides opportunities for development of self-esteem, social competence, and intellectual growth. The Lead Teacher works with the Assistant Teacher while implementing daily lesson plans and provides a nurturing, stable and safe environment for young children.
