Daycare Teacher

Childcare Lead Teacher
Lead Teacher

Lead a team that makes a difference every day! Become a Lead Teacher at BabyFe Bilingual Learning Center!

At BabyFe, our mission is to celebrate diversity by bridging community gaps caused by linguistic and economic disparities. We use education as a tool to inform, unite, and uplift the community at large. Our curriculum is:

• 80% Spanish, 20% English written and spoken language
• Capitalizes on the large influence nursery rhymes have on early literacy and numeracy
• Designed to grow the whole child, addressing the physical, social, emotional, and academic needs of children
• Observes the Maryland Early Learning Standards

Why chose to be a leader of a BabyFe team?
We value our team members!

• Career pathways for those looking for growth
• Professional development and advancement opportunities
• Individualized Growth Plans for specified development
• Paid holidays
• Annual Reviews
• Full benefits package including health insurance options, dental, and vision

Lead Teacher Job Description:

· Ensure the safety of each child enrolled in the class whether in the classroom, on the playground, or in common areas

· Maintain regular observation and evaluation of children's development and progress

· Plan and implement daily lesson plans

· Accept and maintain responsibility for the ordered arrangement, appearance, decor, and cleanliness of the learning environment of the classroom

· Serve as a role model for the children in the areas of attitude, speech and actions Treat each child with dignity and respect

· Encourage children's development in the areas of building self-confidence, problem solving, and taking responsibility for their actions

· Interact with each child through circle time, centers, snacks, lunchtime, playground, free play, etc

· Maintain positive relationships with children, staff and parents

• Work well as a member of collaborative team focused on positive outcomes

Experience:

• Childcare: 2 years (Required)

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent (Required)
• MSDE Approved Basic Health and Safety Training (Required)
• CDA or 90 Clock Hours (Required)
• First Aid and CPR Training (Preferred)

Other Requirements:

• Spanish Speakers Preferred
• Meet the Maryland State Dept. Of Education Office of Child Care requirements to lead child care programs for infants/toddlers and/or preschoolers (ages 2-5)
• Possess strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Practice excellent organizational, problem-solving, and time-management skills.
• Maintain a friendly and approachable demeanor.
• Maintain a professional appearance, attitude, and work ethic at all times.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Application Question(s):

• Do you have 90 Clock Hours in Infant/Toddler or Preschool?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Childcare: 1 year (Required)

Language:

• Spanish (Required)

License/Certification:

• Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: One location