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Lead Teacher and Assistant Center Director Jobs in Corona, CA at First Class Early Learning Center
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Assistant Center Director/Lead Teacher – Preschool
Position Summary:
The Assistant Center Director plays a dual role, serving as a Lead Teacher within the classroom. This role is vital in maintaining a nurturing, educational, and safe environment for children, ensuring licensing compliance, mentoring teaching staff, and fostering strong relationships with families and the broader community.
Key Responsibilities:
Leadership and Classroom Teaching:
Serve as a Lead Teacher by planning, organizing, and implementing a developmentally appropriate curriculum that promotes the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical growth of children.
Model best teaching practices and classroom management strategies for other teachers and support staff.
Create a warm, welcoming, and inclusive classroom environment that supports the needs of diverse learners.
Support classroom staff in maintaining daily schedules, lesson plans, assessments, and child portfolios.
Program and Staff Support:
Assist the Center Director with the supervision, mentoring, and coaching of teachers and assistants.
Support teacher onboarding, training, classroom observations, and providing regular feedback.
Help organize and facilitate staff meetings, professional development, and school events.
Step into leadership responsibilities in the absence of the Center Director.
Compliance and Safety:
Ensure classrooms and common areas meet state licensing regulations and health and safety standards at all times.
Maintain accurate records for children, staff, and licensing documentation.
Monitor classroom health and safety practices, including daily cleaning, incident reporting, and emergency preparedness.
Administrative Operations:
Assist with scheduling, staffing coverage, and maintaining teacher-to-child ratios.
Help manage classroom supplies, equipment orders, and budget planning as assigned.
Qualifications:
Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field (required/preferred based on state regulations).
Minimum of 2 years of lead teaching experience in an early childhood education setting; leadership or administrative experience preferred.
Strong understanding of early childhood development, curriculum standards, and licensing regulations.
Excellent leadership, communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
Current CPR and First Aid Certification (or ability to obtain).
Ability to work effectively both in a leadership capacity and hands-on in the classroom.
Key Attributes:
Passion for early childhood education and dedication to fostering children’s growth.
Positive, professional, and approachable demeanor.
Ability to balance classroom responsibilities with administrative duties.
Strong problem-solving skills and a flexible, team-oriented attitude.
Commitment to promoting a respectful, diverse, and inclusive environment for children, families, and staff.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $21.00 – $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
Childcare
Employee discount
Health insurance
Professional development assistance
Schedule:
4 hour shift
8 hour shift
Day shift
Work Location: In person
Title: Lead Teacher and Assistant Center Director
Company: First Class Early Learning Center
Location: Corona, CA
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