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Lead Teacher Irving Park
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Posted:
23 June 2026 (30+ days ago)
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Application Deadline:
20 September 2026
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Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
We offer fun activities and developmental learning opportunities for children while they are in Village Care. Your job as a Lead Teacher is to coordinate and lead these activities help children transition from one part of the day to the next and be a patient positive role model. The curriculum is designed to allow you choice and flexibility without a lot of prep work so you can focus on being present with the little ones in your classroom.
Responsibilities:
- Lead activities and supervise children during class times
- Be comfortable teaching any age from 3m-PreK
- Be able to lead circle time
- Beyond routine--knows the why of a child. Understands not only an individual classroom routine but is learning the developmental milestones for class age
- Assess student development strengths and weaknesses.
- Communicates and reports to parents on cognitive behavioral and social development as needed.
- Meets with PA once per week to review organized curriculum and provide feedback based on classroom rhythms.
- May help design or prep curriculum to assist PA. Coordinates classroom daily and is constantly helping and assisting in the growth of Assistant Teachers.
- Respond to childrens daily needs with flexibility patience and nurturing
- Communicate with parents regarding any accidents or incidents with their child in the classroom
- Collaborate with the Program Administrator to provide feedback on lessons/activities and discuss classroom management
Requirements
- Bachelors Degree in Child Development or Early Childhood Education or Associates Degree in a related field with 1-2 years of experience or 2 years Lead Experience.
- Experience leading group activities and working one-on-one with children ages 3m-PreK
- Current CPR First-Aid Certification or willingness to become certified
- Record of up-to-date immunizations and ability to pass a background check
- Excellent attitude and proactive approach to work
Benefits
- Paid Time Off: 6 PTO 10 Paid Vacation Days one week off at the beginning of July 2 weeks off at the end of December/beginning of January.
- Childcare: If you are a parent we offer free enrollment for 1 child (of qualifying age) after 8 months of employment.
- Professional Development: We value your growth and are happy to help support your continued professional development after 6 months of employment
- Health Benefit Credit: Monthly Health stipend for all full time employees
Required Skills:
Bachelors Degree in Child Development or Early Childhood Education or Associates Degree in a related field with 1-2 years of experience or 2 years Lead Experience. Experience leading group activities and working one-on-one with children ages 3m-PreK Current CPR First-Aid Certification or willingness to become certified Record of up-to-date immunizations and ability to pass a background check Excellent attitude and proactive approach to work
