Lead Teacher - South Dupont Highway New Castle, Delaware, United States
1 day ago

Job description
Job Overview
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Childcare Teacher to join our early childhood education team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in childhood development, classroom management, and curriculum implementation. This role involves creating a nurturing environment that promotes learning, social-emotional growth, and physical development for young children. Experience with various educational methodologies such as Montessori, as well as familiarity with special education and early intervention strategies, is highly valued. The Childcare Teacher will play a vital role in fostering a positive learning atmosphere and supporting children's individual needs through engaging lesson plans and effective behavior management techniques.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement age-appropriate curricula that support literacy, math, physical education, and overall childhood development.
- Plan and execute daily lesson plans aligned with educational standards and individual student needs.
- Manage classroom activities to ensure a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment for children from toddlers to preschool age.
- Utilize behavior management strategies to promote positive social interactions and emotional regulation among children.
- Incorporate special education techniques and early intervention practices to support children with diverse learning needs.
- Conduct assessments using standardized testing methods to monitor progress and inform instruction.
- Foster effective communication with parents or guardians regarding children's progress, behavior, and developmental milestones.
- Maintain classroom organization, cleanliness, and safety protocols in compliance with childcare regulations.
- Collaborate with colleagues to develop innovative teaching strategies and participate in ongoing professional development.
Requirements
- Prior experience working with children in daycare, preschool, or private school settings is essential.
- Strong knowledge of childhood development theories, classroom management, and lesson planning.
- Experience with curriculum development across multiple domains including literacy education, math, physical education, and special education.
- Familiarity with Montessori methods or other educational frameworks is a plus.
- Ability to work effectively with students of varying ages and developmental stages, including toddlers.
- Excellent communication skills for engaging with children, parents, and team members.
- Knowledge of behavior management techniques and experience implementing them in classroom settings.
- Certification or training in early childhood education or related fields preferred.
- Commitment to child welfare principles and creating a safe learning environment that supports diversity and inclusion. This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children's lives by fostering their growth through innovative teaching practices within a supportive team environment.
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