Lead Teacher

DEPARTMENT: Childcare

CLASSIFICATION: Hourly, Non-Exempt

JOB SUMMARY:

Bright Beginnings is seeking a dedicated Lead Teacher to create a nurturing and engaging classroom environment for children aged 6 weeks through 5 years. A lead teacher is instrumental in implementing classroom activities, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment, collaborating with support staff, and promoting the emotional, social, physical, and cognitive development of children. This role requires a patient, caring, and enthusiastic individual who enjoys working with young children and collaborating with a team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and implement age-appropriate lesson plans and activities
• Teach and supervise children with personalized instruction
• Manage classroom organization, structure, and behavior
• Communicate with families and provide assessment updates
• Support children’s emotional, physical, and social development
• Collaborate with staff to maintain a strong team environment
• Document attendance, behavior, and assessments using Brightwheel
• Ensure safety by maintaining a hazard-free environment and constant supervision
• Delegate tasks to assistant and support teachers
• Follow all policies and licensing requirements

Benefits:

• Competitive pay
• Professional development
• Supportive team environment
• Paid time off and holidays

Qualifications:

• Must be 21 years of age or older
• High School Diploma or GED required; early childhood education coursework preferred.
• Must have minimum of one year of work experience working with children in a childcare or educational setting.
• Must meet all state licensing requirements including background checks.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire).

Requirements: 

• Enrollment in WV STARS Career Pathway
• Complete 15 hours of approved training annually
• Child abuse and neglect training
• Ability to actively participate in children’s activities, including sitting on the      floor, bending, lifting up to 40 lbs, and moving quickly in case of emergency.
• Must be able to remain alert and respond to the needs of children consistently.