• Lead Teacher - 3 & 4-Year-Old Classroom

    Exceptional Persons Inc (Waterloo, IA)


    This is working at EPI – connecting people, creating opportunities, and nurturing growth.

     

    Exceptional Persons, Inc. (EPI) is an EIGHT-TIME recipient of the Employer of Choice designation. Employees nominate organizations in the Cedar Valley for this honor.

     

    Join us!

     

    We have ONE full-time opportunity available Monday - Friday.

     

    Working for EPI has its benefits. M any benefits

    Full benefits are offered for full-time positions (30+ hours/week):

    + Health, dental, vision, and life insurance plans (even pet insurance!)

    + Generous paid time off (vacation, sick, and personal time offered)

    + 401(k)* employer match up to 6% (also available to part-time employees) and flex spending plan

    + Free telemedicine and virtual counseling

    + Flexible schedules (in the mornings and afternoons)

    + Paid training

     

    This is what you'll get to do. Real career. Real purpose.

     

    + Create and maintain an enthusiastic, respectful, and positive classroom environment for children, families, and staff.

    + Design and implement curriculum that supports center philosophy and meets developmental needs of three and four-year-old children.

    + Prepare lessons, activities, and daily schedules tailored to individual learning levels.

    + Conduct observations, documentations, and assessments for each child’s physical, social/emotional, and cognitive development.

    + Maintain compliance with DHS licensing, NAEYC accreditation, and Iowa Quality Rating System standards.

    + Build strong relationships with families through regular communication, conferences, and orientation.

    + Collaborate with coordinators and colleagues to ensure high-quality early education programming.

    + Perform other related duties as assigned.

     

    As a Lead Teacher you will experience personal GROWTH opportunities through career advancement and CONNECT to a community that leads a greater PURPOSE .

     

    Here's what we're looking for. What are you waiting for? Apply today!

     

    + Attend work as scheduled and complete responsibilities, tasks, and trainings within assigned timelines.

    + Doing what's right. Trustworthy. Able to comply with all agency and regulatory standards. Maintain standards of confidentiality (HIPAA) and ethical practice.

    + Demonstrate effective communication skills both written and verbal.

    + Computer Familiarity. Able to browse internet, use email.

    + Ability to lift 30–50 pounds multiple times daily.

    Qualifications:

    + Must be 18 years of age or older.

    + Preferred: Associate or bachelor's degree in early childhood education or related field.

    + Required: Two (2) years’ experience in childcare/education related field.

    + Related direct work experience with Infant through Preschool age children.

    + Ability to pass an extensive background check, including checks of the Dependent Adult and Child Abuse registries, fingerprinting, the Sex Offender registry, and a criminal history check.

    + Must hold or be able to obtain CPR, First Aid, Mandatory Reporting, and Universal Precautions certifications.

    + Valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle, and current auto insurance.

     

    Post job offer drug screen required.

     

    EPI is an equal opportunity employer.

     

    Real Career! Real Purpose!

     

    Department

     

    Children & Family Services - Hawkeye Child Development Center

     

    Employment Type

     

    FT-Full-Time

    Minimum Experience

    Mid-level

     

    Compensation

     

    $16.17 - $17.42