Lead Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

About Sunshine Daycare Center

Sunshine Daycare Center is a cherished pillar of the Bedford-Stuyvesant community, dedicated to nurturing the social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development of every child. We treat each child as if they were our own, prioritizing their safety and well-being above all else.

At Sunshine Daycare, we recognize that every child develops at their own pace, and we celebrate this individuality. Our program provides healthy, balanced meals while also accommodating specialized diets that parents may wish to provide. Our loving and attentive staff focuses on each developmental stage, ensuring children meet essential benchmarks.

We understand the critical role of art, music, tummy time, and both fine and gross motor skill development. Additionally, we value multicultural literacy and take pride in our diverse student population, welcoming children of all backgrounds and abilities.

At Sunshine Daycare Center, we create a nurturing environment where every child can thrive and feel valued.

Position Overview

We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Daycare Lead Teacher to join our team and provide high-quality early childhood education to our children. The Lead Teacher will create a nurturing and engaging learning environment, develop age-appropriate lesson plans, and support the social, emotional, and intellectual growth of each child.

Key Responsibilities

- Adhere to the curriculum guidelines for planning monthly, weekly, and daily activities.

- Design both short-term and long-term activities that align with curriculum goals, developmentally appropriate practices, and the program’s philosophy.

- Address the emotional, social, physical, and cognitive needs of each child.

- Encourage assistant teachers to actively participate in curriculum development.

- Organize activities for families and children.

- Prepare monthly planning charts to outline upcoming activities.

- Conduct bi-annual assessments of each child's development.

- Communicate children's progress to parents through bi-annual reports and parent-teacher conferences.

- Maintain open lines of communication with administration on a daily basis.

- Document and keep accident reports accurately.

- Maintain anecdotal and observational records of each child’s progress.

- Uphold confidentiality regarding children and families at all times.

- Report any suspected abuse or neglect to the supervisor immediately.

- Arrange the classroom environment to align with program goals and philosophy.

- Ensure a safe and healthy environment for all children.

- Regularly inspect and replace any damaged or lost materials.

- Participate in in-service training and staff meetings as required.

- Supervise assistants, aides, and volunteers effectively within the classroom.

- Keep accurate records, including attendance and timesheets.

- Comply with all relevant licensing regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• New York State Teaching Certification strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in early childhood education, with a strong background in a daycare setting.
• Knowledge of child development principles and best practices in early childhood education.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.

Benefits

• Paid time off and holidays
• 401(k)
• Professional development opportunities

Compensation

The position offers a competitive hourly wage of $20 per hour, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Paid time off
• 401(k)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Work Location: In person