LEAD EDUCATOR

Lead Childcare Teacher

Reggio’s Treehouse is looking for experienced and enthusiastic Early Childhood Educators. Are you an “outside the box” thinker? Our Reggio Emilia philosophy encourages children to become self-directed learners, and critical thinkers. Children learn best through play. We love to enrich the minds and lives of our young learners and give them the tools they need to freely express themselves.

We have immediate openings for teaching opportunities, and we would love to connect with you

As a lead facilitator you will be working closely with the Director (D) and Assistant Director (AD) ensuring that the standards set by Reggio’s Treehouse, NAEYC and NJ are met in an organized and timely manner. A lead facilitator must actively research and implement effective provocations and document the findings. Since the curriculum is emergent, the facilitators must ensure all documentation is submitted to the AD in a timely manner.

• Planning, preparing and delivering lessons in line with the Reggio philosophy that cater to individual needs of the students
• Monitoring, recording and assessing student progress and development
• Provide immediate and appropriate responses based on student need
• Learn the technology required to document the experiences of children as well as support the documentation of student/classroom experiences
• Collaborate with other teachers to share new ideas, approaches and professional knowledge
• Liaise with the Director to ensure effective delivery of the curriculum to specified classes, including selecting resources and managing them efficiently in the classroom
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of children (PSHE integration)
• Have a sharp and progressive vision of interdisciplinary learning and of teaching
• Act professionally at all times, setting a good example to children
• Use all learning resources effectively and create new ones
• Communicating with parents and make sure they aware the development of their children
• Organize and participate in parent meetings
• Organize and participate in school meetings, events and trips

Qualifications:

• Associate's Degree or higher is required to be a Lead Teacher
• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related fields is preferred
• At least 1 year experience working in a licensed child care facility, kindergarten or early childhood program
• Experience in a Reggio Emilia inspired school is highly desirable
• Knowledge of Project Based Learning a plus
• Strong organization skills and be able to multitask,
• Highly professional and dependable
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Google Suite
• Teacher certification or teacher license from any agency is a plus

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

We invite you to submit your resume and learn about Reggio's Treehouse, where education meets play.

Reggio’s Treehouse is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against an employee or applicant based on race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.