What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Teacher - 3 & 4-Year-Old Classroom position at Exceptional Persons Inc?
This is working at EPI – connecting people, creating opportunities, and nurturing growth.
Exceptional Persons, Inc. (EPI) is an EIGHT-TIME recipient of the Employer of Choice designation. Employees nominate organizations in the Cedar Valley for this honor.
Join us!
We have ONE full-time opportunity available Monday - Friday.
Working for EPI has its benefits. Many benefits
Full benefits are offered for full-time positions (30 hours/week):
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance plans (even pet insurance!)
- Generous paid time off (vacation, sick, and personal time offered)
- 401(k)* employer match up to 6% (also available to part-time employees) and flex spending plan
- Free telemedicine and virtual counseling
- Flexible schedules (in the mornings and afternoons)
- Paid training
This is what you'll get to do. Real career. Real purpose.
- Create and maintain an enthusiastic, respectful, and positive classroom environment for children, families, and staff.
- Design and implement curriculum that supports center philosophy and meets developmental needs of three and four-year-old children.
- Prepare lessons, activities, and daily schedules tailored to individual learning levels.
- Conduct observations, documentations, and assessments for each child’s physical, social/emotional, and cognitive development.
- Maintain compliance with DHS licensing, NAEYC accreditation, and Iowa Quality Rating System standards.
- Build strong relationships with families through regular communication, conferences, and orientation.
- Collaborate with coordinators and colleagues to ensure high-quality early education programming.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
As a Lead Teacher you will experience personal GROWTH opportunities through career advancement and CONNECT to a community that leads a greater PURPOSE.
Here's what we're looking for. What are you waiting for? Apply today!
- Attend work as scheduled and complete responsibilities, tasks, and trainings within assigned timelines.
- Doing what's right. Trustworthy. Able to comply with all agency and regulatory standards. Maintain standards of confidentiality (HIPAA) and ethical practice.
- Demonstrate effective communication skills both written and verbal.
- Computer Familiarity. Able to browse internet, use email.
- Ability to lift 30–50 pounds multiple times daily.
Qualifications:
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- Preferred: Associate or bachelor's degree in early childhood education or related field.
- Required: Two (2) years’ experience in childcare/education related field.
- Related direct work experience with Infant through Preschool age children.
- Ability to pass an extensive background check, including checks of the Dependent Adult and Child Abuse registries, fingerprinting, the Sex Offender registry, and a criminal history check.
- Must hold or be able to obtain CPR, First Aid, Mandatory Reporting, and Universal Precautions certifications.
- Valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle, and current auto insurance.
Post job offer drug screen required.
EPI is an equal opportunity employer.
Real Career! Real Purpose!
Salary : $16 - $17