Lead Teacher - Shape Young Minds & Build Bright Futures!

Where Every Day Brings New Discoveries

Are you passionate about nurturing the next generation? Join our dynamic early childhood team where you'll guide curious minds through their most formative years, creating magical learning moments with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers!

As a Lead Teacher, you'll be the architect of childhood wonder, building strong foundations for academic success while fostering social-emotional growth. You'll partner with families, mentor fellow educators, and watch as tiny humans discover the joy of learning every single day.

What Makes This Role Amazing:

🎨 Creative Curriculum Design

• Design engaging weekly adventures that spark curiosity across all developmental domains
• Bring learning to life through age-appropriate activities aligned with our inspiring school values
• Watch children's faces light up as they master new concepts and skills

📊 Growth & Discovery

• Conduct developmental assessments that celebrate each child's unique journey
• Adapt daily routines to meet individual needs while building classroom community
• Document incredible "lightbulb moments" and developmental milestones

🏠 Environment Architect

• Transform your classroom into a vibrant learning laboratory
• Continuously evolve the physical space to match your students' growing needs
• Create organized, beautiful spaces where learning thrives

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family Partnership Champion

• Build meaningful relationships with families through regular communication
• Lead two parent/teacher conferences annually, celebrating each child's progress
• Serve as a bridge between home and school experiences

👥 Leadership & Mentorship

• Guide and inspire assistant teachers, classroom floats, and volunteers
• Foster collaborative team discussions about child development and classroom innovations
• Share your expertise while learning from your incredible colleagues

📈 Professional Excellence

• Maintain detailed records that support each child's development
• Manage classroom resources and budget to create optimal learning environments
• Stay current with best practices through ongoing professional development

🎉 Community Connection

• Participate in joyful school social events and family education programs
• Engage with our larger organizational mission and training opportunities
• Collaborate monthly with an amazing team of dedicated educators

Special Perks That Make the Difference:

✨ Enhanced Time Off Package

• Competitive vacation time
• Personal days for life's important moments
• BONUS: 1 additional floating personal day for ultimate flexibility
• Sick time that prioritizes your health and wellbeing

🌟 Why You'll Love Working Here:

• Make a lasting impact on children's lives every single day
• Work with supportive families who value education
• Join a team that celebrates your creativity and professional growth
• Access ongoing training that keeps you at the forefront of early childhood education
• Be part of a mission-driven organization that truly values its educators

Ready to Start Your Most Rewarding Career Adventure?

If you're excited about creating "wow" moments in learning, building strong family partnerships, and leading a team of passionate educators, we want to meet you!

Join us in shaping the leaders, thinkers, and dreamers of tomorrow – one amazing day at a time!

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Demonstrated experience with the Alliance’s core values and a clear commitment to them

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community

• Working knowledge of the growth and development of young children and ability to utilize this information in the classroom

• Strong written and oral communications skills

• Ability to set priorities and handle multiple projects. Strong organizational skills

• Enthusiastic and self-motivated individual who is comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, including occasional nights and weekends

• Ability to work closely with others in a team environment and effectively interact with all levels of management, parents and volunteers

Education/Experience Requirements:

• Must have or willingness to obtain Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification

• A minimum of an Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education from an accredited college higher; Bachelor’s Degree preferred

• At least 3 years prior experience teaching in an early childhood center or classroom setting

• Judaic knowledge or willingness to acquire

• Understanding of Rhode Island Early Learning Standards, DHS, BrightStars, and NAEYC, or willingness to acquire

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods standing and walking throughout the classroom.

• Must be able to lift up to 45 pounds at a time. 

• Must be able to sit and stand on the floor throughout the day, and bend, kneel, or squat to be at eye level with children.