The Lilypad Garden & Farm School is looking for a passionate leader and educator to join our management team.
We pride ourselves in providing a program that focuses on positive guidance and nurture, while implementing a rich academic learning environment with a focus on health and gardening.
If you have a passion for contributing to an enriching early childhood experience and desire a rewarding position in a close-knit environment, we encourage you to apply!
This position will be primarily serving our nursery program (infants-3y).
Job duties include:
- Scheduling a staff of 30+ teachers and revising as needed on a daily basis
- Managing staff files and teacher training hours
- Support teachers in the classroom by helping with and teaching the children as well as being an extra set of hands for the teachers to facilitate a smooth running program.
- Covering teacher breaks or subbing as needed depending on staffing.
- Contribute ideas and collaborate with the management team to achieve a high standard of education and enrichment for the children.
- Assist with a variety of admin duties to ensure compliance with licensing requirements.
- Communicate effectively with parents and staff.
- Assist with organization and delegation of support staff to complete tasks related to cleanliness and organization of materials and supplies.
- Supervise staff members, provide mentorship and coaching when needed.
- Compliance with childcare licensing state health/safety standards and supervising staff to ensure the same.
5 years experience of licensed childcare or public education experience preferred.
3 years of management experience preferred.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Childcare: 2 years (Required)
- Management: 3 years (Required)
License/Certification:
Work Location: In person