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A lead teacher must meet the following qualifications: Be at least eighteen years old. Have a high school diploma or equivalent; and complete the applicable preservice requirements Have an ECE initial certificate or equivalent as approved and verified in the electronic workforce registry by the department within five years from being employed or promoted into this position at any licensed early learning program. Progress towards an ECE short certificate or equivalent. A center lead teacher must have an ECE short certificate within two years of receiving an ECE initial certificate, or seven years from being employed or promoted into this position at any licensed early learning program. Have their professional development progress documented annually. Previous learning center/daycare experienceRequired Skills A love and talent for working with young children while sharing a love of the Lord Implement a daily and weekly schedule as determined by curriculum Maintain a positive, consistent and nurturing environment Communicate with parents and families about each childs development Sustain a clean and safe classroom environment Excellent organization and time management skills Curriculum development experience Problem solving Excellent interpersonal communication skills Knowledge of child development, teaching strategies and appropriate activities for 2-6 year-olds Ability to stick to deadlines and complete paperwork in a timely manner Ability to work closely with other teachers as a team Must be able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment Brightwheel or similar program experience Basic computer skills, including e-mail and word processingAdditional Questions to Consider before applying1. Do you have a love for Jesus and want to share His love with young children?2. Do you have experience with and truly enjoy working with preschoolers?3. Are you a creative and flexible team player?4. Do you have a Merit account and all of the requirements met? Background check Fingerprints TB test CPR certification with infant/child Food Handlers Permit Blood Borne pathogens Childcare BasicsIf not all of these are in place now, are you willing to get them done promptly?
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