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Master Teacher

Child Development Schools, Inc.

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#Child Development #Early Childhood Education #Developmental Milestones #Licensing Requirements #ECE #CDA Credential #Classroom Leadership #CCP Credential #PDL Level 4 #Oklahoma Professional Development Ladder

Full Time On Site 2-5 yrs$15 - $17 / HOURPosted 1 day ago

Location

Edmond, Oklahoma

Salary

$15 - $17 / HOUR

Quick overview

Lead a classroom by delivering age-appropriate lessons and maintaining a safe, nurturing environment for children. Document developmental progress and build strong relationships with families while serving as a model of best practice for other educators.

Requirements summary

Candidates must hold a credential at PDL Level 4 or above on the Oklahoma Professional Development Ladder, such as a CDA or specific ECE college credits. Additional requirements include a high school diploma, being at least 18 years old, and passing a background check.

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Job description

Your role

As a Master Teacher at Child Development Schools, you will lead a classroom where children thrive and families feel confident in the quality of care their child receives every day. Your credential is not just a qualification -- it directly expands the number of children our center can serve, making your role one of the highest-impact positions in the building.

Your day-to-day will look and feel like that of a Lead Teacher, with one important distinction: you bring a higher level of demonstrated expertise that sets the standard for your classroom and contributes to the overall quality of the program.

Lead a classroom of children, delivering age-appropriate lessons and activities aligned with developmental milestones
Maintain a safe, organized, and nurturing classroom environment that meets licensing and ratio requirements
Observe and document each child's development and communicate progress regularly with families
Build strong relationships with parents and caregivers through daily communication and scheduled conferences
Serve as a model of best practice for classroom educators across the center
Collaborate with your co-teacher and center leadership to maintain program quality and consistency
Complete required documentation including attendance, incident reports, and developmental assessments

$15-$17 per hour. Master Teachers are compensated above our standard Lead Teacher rate in recognition of your credential and its impact on our program capacity.

Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short- and long-term disability
401(k)
9 company-paid holidays and 8 days of PTO
50% tuition discount for your own children enrolled at a CDS center
Up to $5,250 in annual tuition reimbursement for continued education
Access to PerkSpot for discounts on major brands and services
Coaching, mentoring, and ongoing professional development

To qualify as a Master Teacher in Oklahoma, candidates must hold a credential at PDL Level 4 or above on the Oklahoma Professional Development Ladder. Qualifying credentials include:
PDL Level 4: Oklahoma Competency Certificate in Early Care and Education (960 hours of child care training plus passing the Master Teacher competency exam)
PDL Level 5: CDA Credential (Child Development Associate), CCP Credential, or 12 college credit hours in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or School Age
PDL Level 6: Oklahoma Certificate of Mastery in ECE or Child Development (15 college credit hours in ECE/CD plus 3 hours of English composition)
PDL Levels 7 through 11: Various college coursework and degree programs in Early Childhood Education or related fields

At least 18 years old
High school diploma or GED
Ability to pass a background check
Genuine care for children and a commitment to their safety and well-being
Strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships with families

We value and welcome your application, regardless of whether you meet every listed qualification. Your unique skills and experiences matter to us. Even if this role isn't right for you, applying allows us to contact you for future opportunities.

We believe every child deserves the opportunity to thrive. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplace, providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression.

If you're ready to take on a challenge and make a positive impact on the lives of children, we encourage you to apply today. Together, we can create a brighter future for our children and communities.