Early Childhood Development Lead Teacher

Spark Academy is revolutionizing the approach to early education with our mixed-income model and cutting-edge learning programs for ages six weeks through Pre-Kindergarten. At Spark Academy, we believe that every child deserves access to high-quality education. Our dedicated staff are not just educators; they’re lifelong learners committed to growing alongside our school and its mission. Join us in shaping the future of education, one child at a time.

REQUIRED/PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• A minimum of 3 years in Early Childhood Education (Preferred).
• Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field (Preferred).
• Birth through Kindergarten licensure or certification (Preferred).
• Ability to implement developed curriculum to teachers, in collaboration with our onsite, Curriculum Coach (Required).
• Ability to fulfill all North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education (NCDCDEE) requirements to work in a licensed child care program (Required).
• Physical ability (able to exert up to 30 pounds of force) and dexterity to perform the duties and responsibilities of the job (Required).

POSITION DETAILS

• Reports To: Spark Academy Director
• Position: Full-time | 12-months | Monday – Friday

SALARY

• Annual Salary – $36,000 – $39,000

*Based on education and experience

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Implement STREAMin3 Curriculum along with activities that support the whole child.
• Differentiate learning to meet the needs of all children.
• Be positive, approachable, and professional in interactions with parents/guardians, staff, students, and community members.
• Maintain strict confidentiality regarding all student information.
• Communicate effectively with families about their child’s development.
• Respect families’ beliefs and values.
• Willingness to attend professional development opportunities.
• Be open and flexible to all other duties and responsibilities assigned by the Director and/or Assistant Director.
• Collaborate and work well with teachers, staff, and board members.
• Communicate with the Director ensuring all parties; students, caregivers/guardians, teachers have support where needed.

ALL SPARK ACADEMY TEACHERS:

• Work collaboratively to create an environment that inspires young children to be curious and enhance their love of learning.
• Implement routines and activities that engage children and positively impact their overall development.
• Honor the individual skills, needs, and interests of each child to allow for successful growth through hands-on and play-based learning.
• Model positive emotional skills that help children be confident while navigating through everyday social-emotional occurrences and experiences.
• Gracefully demonstrates flexibility and adaptability, seamlessly blending warmth and nurturing care even during bustling activity.
• Believe all children have the potential to learn and thrive regardless of economic status.
• Believe they are part of a team willing to help each other when needs arise.

BENEFITS

• 80/20 Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical Benefits
• Employer Paid Health Benefits (Dental, LTD, Term Life)
• Additional Health Benefits offered at employees’ expense
• Competitive Employer Matched 401K Program
• Employee PTO accrual
• Discounted Childcare