Job Title: Early Learning Center Lead Teacher
Wage/Hours Status: Non-Exempt
Hourly Wage: Starting at $15.00 per hour and up depending on education and experience
Employment Type: Full-Time or Part-time hours available
Dept./School: Middletown Christian School Early Learning Center
Report to: ELC Director
Start Date: ASAP
Lead Teacher: Middletown Christian Early Learning Center is in search of a lead teacher to assist in our center. Must enjoy working with young children.
Hours: Various shifts are available depending on need between the hours of 6:30 am and 6:00 pm.
Spiritual Maturity:
- Publicly profess a faith in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior.
- Actively engage in the life and ministry of the church as a member.
- Believe and support the school’s statement of faith (Statement of Grace Baptist Church).
- Agree to abide by the Lifestyle Statement.
Key Responsibilities:
- Coordinate and implement educational curriculum by developing classroom activities based on developmentally appropriate practices and early learning standards.
- Plan individual and group age-appropriate activities to actively engage children and encourage social, cognitive, and emotional growth.
- Maintain frequent communication with parents through informal discussions, progress reports, and parent-teacher conferences.
- Ensure all center policies and state regulations are met.
- Ensure a healthy classroom environment – including maintaining appropriate hygiene and cleanliness standards and safety and security of children.
- Maintain accurate records, forms, and files.
- Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement which includes 10 clock hours in specialized training.
- Must be willing to work with any age in the ELC (6 weeks to 5 years) when needed.
Additional Knowledge, Skills and Experience Required:
- Preferred - 2 years of childcare experience.
- Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
- Have ability to work well with others (staff, children, and parents) and to foster a team environment.
- A strong understanding of child development.
- Must be trained within 90 days of hire in Infant/Child CPR and First Aid. All training is provided.
- Must clear full background check and pass health screening.
Educational Requirements:
- High School diploma
- CDA or associate degree OR Bachelor’s degree in any area of study. We will cover the cost for CDA certification.
Physical Requirements:
- Be able to lift 35 - 50 lbs.
Employment Type Benefits:
- Part-time (20-34 hours/week) are eligible for up to 8 days PTO/year and discounts on tuition at ELC
- Full Time with benefits such as medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid vacation and holidays, sick and personal time. Tuition discount for Early Learning Center and Middletown Christian Schools.
- Employee Referral Bonus