Lead Daycare Teachers
hace 29 días
Sioux Falls
Job Description Position Summary At Ark Academy, our Lead Daycare Teachers play a critical role in creating a warm, nurturing, and faith-based environment where every child feels at home. The Lead Teacher is responsible for the overall care, education, and development of a classroom, guiding daily activities, lesson plans, and classroom management while fostering positive relationships with children, families, and co-workers. Location: Ark Academy, Sioux Falls, SD Reports to: Center Director Position Type: Full-time / Part-time Key Responsibilities • Plan and implement developmentally appropriate, faith-integrated lesson plans that promote social, emotional, physical, and cognitive growth., • Create a safe, welcoming, and stimulating classroom environment., • Supervise and actively engage with children at all times, ensuring health and safety standards are met., • Model and encourage respectful, kind, and positive behaviors in alignment with Christian values., • Communicate regularly and professionally with families regarding their child's progress, needs, and milestones., • Collaborate with assistant teachers and support staff, providing mentorship, guidance, and leadership., • Maintain accurate daily records (attendance, meals, incidents, assessments)., • Adhere to state licensing regulations and center policies., • Attend required staff meetings, trainings, and school functions., • Must meet South Dakota state licensing requirements for Lead Teacher (such as Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or equivalent education/experience)., • Previous experience working in a licensed childcare facility preferred., • Strong understanding of early childhood development principles., • Ability to lead, inspire, and work well within a team., • Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills., • CPR and First Aid Certification (or willing to obtain within 90 days of employment)., • A passion for nurturing children’s spiritual, emotional, and academic growth., • Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds., • Ability to actively participate in children's activities (bending, stooping, sitting on the floor, outdoor play). #hc180689