Lead Preschool Teacher

Location

Indianapolis

Type

Full Time

Responsive recruiter

Benefits/Perks

Professional Development: Room for growth within the company
Low child-to-teacher ratios
Weekly planning time
Paid background check, CPR, First-Aid, & Food Handlers Permit
Teacher Appreciation & Recognition: Surprise Gifts/Snacks
PTO, Paid Holidays, Paid Mental Health Days
Health Insurance including vision & dental
401K
Classroom supplies stipend
Free daily lunch
Bonuses
Annual Mental Health Retreat
Employee childcare discount

Payscale: $16hr to $20hr

Job Summary:
Welcome to a place of work where you consistently feel appreciated. Little Duckling uses its Four Core Values: Love, Community, Social-Emotional, and Distinction to create the best work environment for the best Childcare Rock Stars out there.

Work where you feel valued, acknowledged, and encouraged to be your best self. From building ties with children in the classroom to understanding coworkers, you'll love waking up for your career every day.

The ideal candidate is creative, helpful, kind, a team player, and unafraid to work hard while having fun!

Why Work For Us?

Do you prioritize qualities like excitement, cooperation, and encouragement in a job? To advance your career and make an impact in an area that matters, take advantage of a workplace and team that recognize your unique gifts, talents, and skills.

Exceptional Management & Leadership You’ll Love

Imagine walking into a workplace where you feel supported. Where the management and leadership team are advocates for its team of teachers and caregivers. At Little Duckling, love and community is at the core of our servant leadership model.

Skyrocket Your Career

Take advantage of opportunities for paid training, professional development, and growth within an organization that has availability for career advancement. Get the help you need to grow in the way you deserve.

Responsibilities:

Implement a careful and creative program suitable for specific age groups of children
Employ a variety of educational techniques (storytelling, educational play, media, etc.) to teach children
Observe and engage each child to help them improve their social competencies and build self-esteem
Encourage children to interact with each other and problem solve
Guide children to develop their artistic and practical capabilities through a carefully constructed curriculum (identify shapes, numbers, or colors, do crafts, etc.)
Organize nap and snack hours and supervise children to ensure they are always safe.
Track children’s progress and report to parents
Communicate with parents regularly to understand the children’s background, psyche, and needs.
Collaborate with other educators.
Maintain a clean and tidy classroom consistent with health and safety standards.
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Must be 18 years of age and have a High School Diploma or GED.
1-2 years experience working in a licensed childcare facility.
CDA, degree in Early Childhood Education or Elementary Education
Have a heart for children, teaching, or helping families

Join a team that feels like family and enjoys flexible hours and an incredible work-life balance before it’s too late!

APPLY NOW WHILE THIS GREAT JOB IS STILL AVAILABLE!

Compensation: $13.00 - $20.00 per hour

Each center is independently owned and operated. Your application will go directly to the center, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of each center. All inquiries about employment at these schools should be made directly to the center location, and not to Grow Your Center Corporate.

Little Duckling Early Learning Christian Academy

Little Duckling Early Learning Academy is a nationally accredited early learning program that has been nurturing curious young minds for over 30 years. We value the well-being of our teachers and understand the importance of maintaining a work-life balance. Join Little Duckling Early Learning Academy, where passion, excellence, and fun meet to create a truly inspiring and fulfilling journey for both teachers and young learners. Together, let's make a difference in "Building Bridges To Advance Future Leaders".