Lead Childcare Teacher
About This Role
This support staff member position at Chroma Early Learning Academy in Duluth offers $12 – $15/Hr. The role requires an active Child Development Associate (CDA) credential.
Chroma Early Learning Academy is seeking enthusiastic teachers who want to make a difference in the lives of young, energetic children! We're a dynamic team that loves singing, dancing, storytelling, and nurturing our students. If you're passionate about early childhood education and want to join a fun and supportive team, we want to hear from you! In addition to a competitive hourly pay rate, we offer benefits like Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance. Our ideal candidate will be a team player who is committed to working together with co-teachers to create a positive and engaging learning environment.
Candidates are required to work together with their co-teachers on completing daily activities for the classroom, which may include implementing curriculum, changing diapers, feeding, cleaning, and sanitizing. A fun working environment, combined with our comprehensive benefits package, makes us an attractive choice for early childhood educators.
Qualifications:
- Previous teaching or assistant teaching position in a licensed early childhood program is a must.
- Must meet basic requirements of local and state child care regulatory agency
- Knowledge of the social, emotional, and creative needs of young children is essential.
- Must be able to lift 35 pounds in connection with the handling of children for the facilitation of programs, child safety, and potential emergency situations.
Skill Sets:
- Coachable
- Competent and confident
- High Integrity
- Good listening and follow-up skills
- Able to work with others harmoniously
- High coping capabilities
- Solution and detail-oriented
- Strong organizational skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Job Type:
Full-time/ Monday through Friday
What You'll Do
- Maintain a positive and engaging learning environment by providing supervision and daily class functions for a group of children.
- Ensure adherence to all rules and regulations at Chroma Early Learning Academy and the local, state, or national regulatory agencies pertaining to the health, safety, and care of children.
- Implement the approved lesson plans and daily classroom schedule in accordance with the Chroma Early Learning Academy curriculum and programming.
- Keep the classroom attractive, well-kept, and encouraging of children's creativity, exploration, and decision-making.
- Provide verbal recognition and acceptance to children, while setting clear and consistent expectations for their behavior.
- Take responsibility for maintenance and necessary housekeeping duties of the classroom, common areas, and playgrounds.
- Attend all required staff meetings, workshops, and school functions.
- Adhere to professional personal appearance, as outlined in the Chroma Early Learning Academy Employee Handbook.
- Assist in other capacities as needed.
- Be knowledgeable about the social, emotional, and creative needs of young children.
- Be able to lift up to 35 lbs. in connection with the handling of children for the facilitation of programs, child safety, and potential emergency situations.
Requirements
License/Certification:
- Previous experience working in a childcare facility is a plus.
- TCC
- Must meet basic requirements of local and state child care regulatory agency
- Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)
- Associates Degree in Early Childhood Care and Education (Preferred)
Nice to Have
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Previous teaching experience (Preferred)
- Previous childcare experience (Preferred)
Benefits
About Chroma Early Learning Academy
Our Company is based out of Alpharetta, GA operating 24 Childcare Centers around Metro Atlanta
Common Questions
What ECE credentials are required for this position?
This role requires a CDA.
What does this position pay?
This Lead Childcare Teacher role pays $12 to $15/Hr.
Is this full-time or part-time?
This job is Full Time.
Where is Chroma Early Learning Academy located?
Chroma Early Learning Academy is located at 3730 Satellite Boulevard, Duluth, GA