Montessori Lead Teacher - $500 Sign on Bonus after 90 days!
Learning Care Group
Location
Overland Park, Kansas
Quick overview
The Lead Teacher is responsible for implementing the Montessori curriculum and facilitating engaging learning experiences for children. They must also ensure the daily care of children while following all licensing guidelines and company standards.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent, with a bachelor's degree in early childhood education preferred. Previous experience in a licensed child care center or Montessori school is required, with lead teacher experience preferred.
Job description
Leading a classroom takes a special kind of skill.
As a Lead Teacher, you are
- Caring! Follow all licensing guidelines, school, and company standards to ensure the daily care of every child.
- Engaging! Develop your ability to accurately observe, assess, and plan for children, as well as effectively communicate with families.
- Learning! Complete ongoing professional development on Montessori pedagogy and early childhood development topics.
- Inspiring! Implement the Montessori curriculum (with assistance of the Director, a School Education Manager, Team Lead, or faculty mentor) and facilitate engaging interactive learning experiences.
We want joyful, dependable, passionate individuals who are at least 18 and have
- Experience in a licensed child care center, Montessori school, or related field; previous lead teacher experience preferred.
- Completed a high school diploma or equivalent; bachelor’s degree and coursework in early childhood education preferred.
- Met state requirements for education; additional school requirements may apply.
Learning Care Group, Inc. is North America’s second-largest for-profit childcare provider and a leader in early childhood education. We offer specialized programs for children from 6 weeks to 12 years, delivered through our unique family of brands. Our commitment to excellence drives us to create cutting-edge facilities, equipped with advanced technology and expertly crafted curriculum designed by our in-house Education team.
Our Promise
We strive to make a meaningful impact on every child, their families, and the communities we serve. From infants to school-age students, our comprehensive, research-based curriculum supports holistic child development in a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment. As experts in childcare and early education, we prepare children for school, instill a lifelong love of learning, and build a strong foundation for their future success