Lead Teacher

Company: Childcare Network
Location: Durham
Posted on: January 25, 2023

Job Description:

921 Ruby St

Who We Are

Founded in 1988, comprised of almost 300 schools, listed as the 4th largest private child care provider in the United States. Childcare Network offers a warm, caring environment with high- quality education for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years. Our proprietary, research-based High Reach learning curriculum is individualized to every age, with activities that combine learning and fun to create happy, curious kids.

Overview

A Child Care Worker, is responsible for maintaining a safe and fun environment for young children to preteens. Their duties include coming up with creative and educational activities, preparing and serving snacks to children and maintaining a clean environment for the children.

What We Offer

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that would be available to you as a valued employee.

+ Competitive pay, including incentive opportunities for many positions

+ Paid Time Off and Company holiday pay

+ Medical /Dental /Vision insurance plans

+ 401(k) Retirement savings plan with company matching contributions

+ Training and career development opportunities

Requirements

+ ECE credentials preferred but not required.

+ Must be a team builder, organized and possess excellent customer service/communication skills.

Personal characteristics -

+ + Caring and compassionate attitude when interacting with and caring for children,

+ Strong verbal communication and listening skills to converse with children, fellow professional caregivers and parents or guardians

+ Excellent patience and stamina for keeping up with the demands of children of all ages

+ Advanced multitasking and organizational skills to handle multiple children at a time

+ Physical abilities- Must be able to bend, stoop, stand, and lift up to 25-40lbs daily

Responsibilities

Child Care Workers are responsible for the well-being of the children under their care. They must monitor the children all day to ensure that they play and interact with one another in a safe and appropriate manner. Some of their typical duties include:

+ Ensuring the children have good hygiene and changing diapers as necessary

+ Cleaning interactive areas throughout the day

+ Preparing meals and snacks for the kids

+ Organizing activities and developing curriculum for older children

+ Developing a schedule for the children to maintain throughout the day.

+ Keeping records of each child's progress, interests and any problems that may occur

+ Maintaining contact with the children's parents and contacting them in the case of an emergency

Job ID: 2023-25539

External Company Name: Childcare Network, Inc.

External Company URL: childcarenetwork.com

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