Early Childhood Lead Teacher/Leadership Support

Job Description

Are You Looking to Unleash Your Teaching Passion? We Want to Meet You!

Do you have a genuine desire to positively impact the lives of young children? We are seeking individuals with an unwavering passion for providing children with an exceptional early learning experience and the energy, compassion, and drive to execute it.

We are seeking individuals with an unwavering passion for providing children with exceptional early learning education, and are full of energy, compassion, and a genuine love for impacting the lives of children.

Whether you have spent time in childcare before or are new to the industry, we are seeking candidates who are dedicated to nurturing young minds. There is a special place for you at Kid's Country in Tacoma, WA-part of the Early Learning Academies (ELA) community!

Leadership Support

The Leadership Support person is responsible for assisting the Center Director in the overall operation of a childcare facility in accordance with state and local laws, licensing requirements and Company policy to provide an outstanding experience for the staff, children and their parents. The Leadership Support person is responsible for providing administrative support to the Leadership team. Communication is essential in this role to build and foster parent relationships and collaborate with center staff on day-to-day operations.

Skills Required

Ability to work in a changing environment.

A talent for showing staff appreciation and inclusion.

Knowledge and ability to work in any of the roles within the program.

Proactive and team-oriented attitude to create a successful team environment.

Excellent verbal and written communication ability with parents and other members of the team

Ability to create a professional, productive, and positive environment for employees, parents, and children.

Strong communication skills that reflect professionalism and tact at all times

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent.

30 Merit training hours.

CDA, 20 ECE hours or Associate's degree or higher is required.

2+ years' experience working with children.

Must be Pediatric CPR certified or achieve certification within the first 3 months of employment.

Must obtain health assessment before employment and continue to keep current and up to date per state regulations.

Employee must meet all state requirements relative to a background check prior to beginning employment.

Ability to lift in excess of forty (40) lbs

Ability to pass state and federal background checks.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Early Learning Academies (ELA) is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.

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