Lead Teacher for Coleman Center

The Lead Teacher position is responsible for teaching in an Infant, Toddler, or Preschool comprehensive classroom program in the Coleman Center. The Lead Teacher will either co-teach or teach independently. The Lead Teacher position reports to the Director of Coleman Center.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Must be at least 21 years of age

2. Must possess one of the following degrees:

3. Human Environmental Science degree with a concentration in Early Childhood Development or Child Development

4. Early Childhood Education degree (B.S., B.A., M.A/M.S.) or completion of a bachelor's degree program leading to P-3 certification in Early Childhood Education with a minimum of 18 credit hours in early childhood/child development coursework.

5. Special Education degree in Early Childhood with a minimum of 18 credit hours in early childhood/child development coursework, or a bachelor's degree program leading to certification in Early Childhood Special Education with a minimum of 18 credit hours in early childhood/child development coursework.

6. Experience working with children in a group format

7. Strong written and oral communication skills
8. Knowledge of curriculum and child development
9. Energetic and positive attitude
10. Ability to develop excellent working relationships

Preferred Qualifications

1. Previous experience working with children in a group format in an Alabama DHR licensed child care center
2. Previous experience with Creative Curriculum and/or Conscious Discipline
3. Previous experience working with an Alabama Pre-K Grant Classroom

Salary : $45,000 - $60,000