Lead Childcare Teacher

Lead Teachers at Kids Point Learning Center play the role of classroom architects. They have a significant impact not only within the classroom but also on families and the community. Lead Teachers have direct responsibility for educating, caring for, and supervising the children in their class. They must possess essential skills such as promoting positive interactions, planning and organizing activities, and maintaining a safe and healthy learning environment. Moreover, they demonstrate daily affectionate, caring, and friendly behaviors while guiding the children, and maintain consistent communication with parents and the Director throughout the day. All Teacher positions are considered in child/staff ratios, and we have openings for various age groups ranging from infants to three years old.

Requirements

Minimum Requirements for the Teachers: Prior to employment, a candidate for a Teacher position must:

• Be at least 21 years old or have a high school diploma or equivalent
• Have experience in supporting children’s growth and development
• Have completed or plans to complete one of the following:
• (i) Child Development Associate (CDA) credential issued by the Council for Professional Recognition; Child Development and Related Care diploma from a vocational institute accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools; or similar credential where the course of study includes an intensive practicum in child care as part of the curriculum and which is approved by the Department;
• (ii) Technical Certificate of Credit (TCC) in Early Childhood Education or Child Development;
• (iii) Technical Certificate of Credit (TCC) in Infant and Toddler;
• (iv) Technical Certificate of Credit (TCC) in Program Administration;
• (v) Technical Certificate of Credit (TCC) in School Age and Youth Care;
• (vi) Technical College Diploma (TCD) in Early Childhood Education or Child Development;
• (vii) Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development (AA, AAS, AAT);
• (viii) Paraprofessional Certificate issued by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission;
• (ix) Twenty-five (25) quarter hours or fifteen (15) semester hours from an accredited college or university in Early Childhood Education or Child Development;

• Have a good understanding of DECAL Licensing requirements and child development.
• Have a genuinely caring and compassionate attitude when caring for children.
• Strong communication (oral & written) and listening skills to converse with children, parents, and other personnel.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Sick Leave
• Cell Phone Allowance
• Tuition Discounts for Dependents