Childcare Teacher

What You'll Do

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervision & Safety: Provide attentive supervision of children at all times, ensuring their safety, health, and well-being.
• Lesson Planning: Develop and implement age-appropriate lesson plans and engaging educational activities aligned with Georgia Early Learning and Development Standards (GELDS).
• Classroom Management: Maintain a positive, structured classroom environment that encourages appropriate behavior, independence, and social-emotional development.
• Daily Care: Assist children with meals, toileting, diapering, handwashing, and other daily routines as appropriate for their age.
• Child Development: Observe, assess, and document children's developmental progress and learning milestones.
• Parent Communication: Maintain professional, positive communication with parents regarding their child's development, behavior, and daily activities.
• Classroom Cleanliness: Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary classroom in accordance with health and safety regulations.
• Recordkeeping: Complete daily attendance records, incident reports, developmental assessments, and other required classroom documentation accurately and on time.
• Team Collaboration: Work cooperatively with fellow teachers, administrators, and support staff to maintain a high-quality childcare program.
• Licensing Compliance: Follow all Georgia DECAL childcare licensing regulations, center policies, and applicable program requirements.
• Professional Development: Attend required staff meetings, training sessions, and professional development opportunities.
• Family Engagement: Participate in parent-teacher conferences, classroom celebrations, special events, and family engagement activities.

Our Expectations:

We expect our teachers to demonstrate professionalism, dependability, patience, compassion, strong communication skills, and a genuine passion for early childhood education.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Child Development Associate (CDA) credential, TCC, or degree in Early Childhood Education preferred.
• Previous experience working in a licensed childcare facility preferred.
• Must successfully complete all required background checks and fingerprinting in accordance with Georgia DECAL regulations.
• Must complete all required health and safety training and ongoing professional development.
• Knowledge of Georgia Early Learning and Development Standards (GELDS) and Creative Curriculum preferred.
• Ability to develop and implement age-appropriate lesson plans and classroom activities.
• Strong classroom management, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to maintain accurate attendance records, developmental assessments, and classroom documentation.
• Must be patient, dependable, punctual, professional, and able to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to supervise children actively and respond appropriately to emergencies.
• Ability to perform essential childcare duties, including assisting with toileting, diapering, feeding, and classroom activities, with reasonable accommodations when applicable.
• Must comply with all center policies, confidentiality requirements, and applicable childcare licensing regulations.
• Must demonstrate a genuine love for children and a commitment to their safety, development, and educational success.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification.
• Familiarity with developmentally appropriate practices and positive behavior guidance.

Nice to Have

• Child Development Associate (CDA) credential, Technical Certificate of Credit (TCC), or degree in Early Childhood Education.
• Previous experience working in a licensed childcare center, Early Head Start, Head Start, or Georgia Pre-K program.
• Knowledge of Georgia Early Learning and Development Standards (GELDS)..
• Current CPR and First Aid certification.
• Experience developing engaging, age-appropriate lesson plans and hands-on learning activities.
• Knowledge of positive behavior guidance and effective classroom management techniques.
• Experience working with children with developmental delays, disabilities, or diverse learning needs.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with children, families, and coworkers..
• Creativity, flexibility, patience, and a positive attitude.
• Willingness to participate in professional development, family engagement activities, and center events.

Most importantly, we value individuals who are dependable, compassionate, enthusiastic, and dedicated to making a positive difference in the lives of young children.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Paid holidays and paid time off for eligible employees.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• Supportive leadership and a team-oriented work environment.
• Opportunities to gain experience with Early Head Start, Head Start, and Georgia Pre-K programs.
• Hands-on experience with Creative Curriculum and Teaching Strategies GOLD (TSG).
• Opportunities to participate in classroom celebrations, special events, and family engagement activities.
• A rewarding career making a meaningful difference in children's lives.
• Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements, employment status, and center policies.
• We believe that when our teachers feel supported and appreciated, they are better equipped to provide exceptional care and education to the children and families we serve.