Educator SIGNING BONUS Early Childhood

$1000 Signing bonus for immediate start, pro-rated thereafter, detailed in offer.

Do you want to be a Classroom & Community Hero by making a difference in a child's life through early education?

Children’s Lighthouse is a 5-star licensed preschool and childcare center located in Cary. We are currently seeking a qualified and experienced Teachers with a positive attitude, in-depth knowledge of childcare licensing and related regulations, strong organizational, communication, collaboration and customer service skills. We offer competitive salaries and benefits, including subsidized Healthcare and Ancillary benefits (Dental, Vision, Life insurance; Short term disability, Accident insurance). Paid time-off, Paid Holidays, Paid Education, Childcare discounts, Professional Development Days, Teacher Bonuses, Rewards & Recognition and more.

We offer competitive salaries and benefits, including:

• Employer subsidized Healthcare and Insurance benefits (Health, Dental, Vision, Life insurance; Short term disability, Accident insurance), 401K matching, Direct Deposit Payroll & Benefits
• Childcare discount for 1 year and up
• Paid time-off and Professional Development and Training- Tuition assistance
• Our employee benefits options also include: Vision, Retirement savings, Flexible Savings and Health Savings Accounts, Life Insurance, Short and Long-Term disability insurance, Voluntary - Accident, Critical illness; Legal services, access to preferential rates for Auto and Home insurance, Credit Union, Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, and Entertainment discounts through TicketsAtWork.
• Bonus payout will be specified in offer letter.

Key Responsibilities and Expectations

• Provides a positive and nurturing environment for the children
• Provides consistent and constant supervision of children
• Complies with all rules and regulations pertaining to the health, safety, and care of children
• Uses positive statements, is a positive role model for children
• Develops lesson plans in accordance with the Children's Lighthouse curriculum.
• Ensures an organized and structured daily schedule
• Manages daily functions for the classroom, including but not limited to curriculum implementation, transitions, room organization, meals, naptime, and diaper changes
• Enriches student learning experience with creative ideas and activities
• Plans with the Director and conducts periodic student evaluations and parent-teacher conferences
• Ensures that all class bulletin boards are current and informative
• Drafts daily student reports and manages other parent communication with oversight of the Director
• Interacts with parents in a pleasant and professional manner
• Accepts responsibility for maintenance and housekeeping duties of the classroom, common use areas, and playgrounds
• Attends all required staff meetings, trainings, and/or school functions as determined by the Director
• Maintains a professional personal appearance, attitude, and work behavior at all times
• Train and mentor other teachers
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Required to stand up to 90% of the day
• Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs. in the course of caring for children and managing emergency situations.

HOURS NEEDED:

8:30AM-5:30PM OR 9:00AM-6:00PM

Skills, Education and Experience

• Must meet all requirements stipulated by the state of North Carolina DCDEE
• Classroom teaching experience in an NC 5 star Early Childhood facility, a plus
• Enjoys children and expresses genuine interest in them
• Able to interact with students of all ages and development levels
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Strong effective, interpersonal skills.
• CPR and First Aid Certification
• SIDS certification
• Highly professional and dependable
• Excellent problem solving skills, including the ability to maintain composure under stress
• Open to change - flexible and able to adapt. Able to multi task, and can manage time to meet frequently changing deadlines in a fast paced environment
• Proficient computer skills
• Must pass a criminal background check and have a qualifying letter from NC DCDEE.

Job Type: Full-time

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

License/Certification:

• NC DCDEE Qualification Letter (Preferred)
• Early Childhood Education Credits/ Credentials (Preferred)

Work Location: In person