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Imaginative Beginnings Early Learning Center lists this Lead Childcare Teacher - Full-Time ($14-$21/hr) opportunity in maumee, Ohio. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
PAY: $14-$21/hour ----- SCHEDULE: Full-Time, Monday-Friday
Imaginative Beginnings Early Learning Center is seeking a full-time Lead Childcare Teacher to join our team. This role is ideal for an experienced childcare professional or early childhood educator who enjoys leading a classroom, creating engaging learning experiences, and building strong relationships with children and families.
We are hiring for Infant, Toddler, Preschool, and Pre-K classrooms. Classroom placement is based on experience, interests, and current center needs.
Typical schedule: Most positions follow a consistent daytime schedule (for example, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.) within center hours of 5:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Why Join Our Team
Reggio-inspired, play-based early childhood environment
Supportive leadership and collaborative classroom teams
Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
Childcare Discount and Tuition Assistance
401(k)
Professional Development and growth opportunities
What You Will Do
As a Lead Teacher, you will take primary responsibility for creating a safe, structured, nurturing, and engaging classroom while working collaboratively with other team members. Plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities and lesson plans
Create engaging learning experiences that support early literacy, math, social-emotional development, curiosity, and age-appropriate growth
Maintain a safe, structured, nurturing, and engaging classroom environment
Observe, assess, and document children's growth and development
Communicate regularly with families regarding children's needs, progress, and classroom experiences
Maintain required classroom records, including attendance, lesson plans, and daily reports
Follow state licensing requirements and center policies
Support program quality standards and collaborate with team members
Coordinate age-appropriate classroom activities, special events, and field trips when applicable
Qualifications
Required At least 18 years of age
High school diploma or equivalent
Willingness to complete required trainings, including CPR, First Aid, AED, and Child Abuse Prevention
Preferred - not required Previous experience in a childcare, daycare, preschool, or early childhood setting
Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field
CDA (Child Development Associate) or other early childhood credential
Experience with infants, toddlers, preschool, and/or Pre-K children
Familiarity with early learning standards and Kindergarten readiness
Strong organizational and communication skills
We value experience and education, but we are also open to developing the right dependable, caring candidate who is eager to grow as an early childhood professional.
Physical Requirements Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 20 lbs
Ability to actively supervise children throughout the day
Reasonable accommodations are available.
About the Role
This position is a strong fit for someone who enjoys working with young children, values relationships and play-based learning, and wants a stable role in early childhood education. Depending on classroom placement, you may work with infants, toddlers, preschoolers, or Pre-K children.
Apply today to learn more about current classroom openings.
Worksite address
maumee, OH, 43537, US
Who can apply
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