Lead Teacher - Child Development Center - Clanton Rd. Campus

Our State of the Art Child Development Center is seeking Lead Teachers for a wonderful teaching experience involving all levels of child development.  Must have the ability to work with total staff to promote the physical, social, cognitive, and emotional well-being of the children we serve through holistic daily programs designed to enhance healthy age-appropriate development.  Must have knowledge of regulations governed by NC Division of Child Development, and Mecklenburg County Health Department.
 

What will set you apart:

• Proven classroom management and knowledge of ITERS and ECERS
• Caring, compassionate demeanor and love for what you do
• Possess good interpersonal communication skills in order to work with Director, center staff, children, parents, and prospective families with the ability to handle confidential information appropriately
• Teamwork as it relates to overall support of accomplishing and maintaining classroom ratios
• 5+ years of Early Childhood Experience
 

What we offer:

• We offer a very competitive and generous benefits package
• Health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, short/long term insurance, 401k retirement, PTO
• Voluntary Enhanced ratio which means a smaller teacher to child ratio
• Opportunities to grow with the agency
• Classroom iPads for lesson planning and written communication
• Teacher resource room
• Tranquility room for 10 minutes of relaxation on breaks
• Bonuses
• Access to Lifetime Fitness paid if monthly requirements are met
 

Physical Requirement: Will frequently perform a wide variety of physical tasks such as standing, walking, running, stooping, bending, and lifting of children, which requires strength, coordination, endurance, and agility.  The employee must be agile enough to control and rapidly extricate him/herself and children from buildings in case of an emergency. Persons with any medical problems such as joint problems, obesity, arthritis or cardiopulmonary conditions, where it would be unwise or not possible to engage in moderate physical exertion should not be considered.
 

A valid driver’s license in the state of your residence, at least 3 years of driving with a driver’s license and clean driving record are preferred.   Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field required. Candidate must have in-depth knowledge of the Environmental Rating Scales, NC Foundations, and the DCDEE childcare requirements. Familiarity with Creative Curriculum and Teaching Strategies Gold preferred. All potential job candidates must pass a drug screening test and an extensive background check is required. No calls please.

To apply: https://www.thompsoncff.org/open-positions/
 

Thompson seeks to maintain an inclusive diverse workforce.  All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

Thompson is a leading provider of clinical and prevention services for children and families across the Carolinas. The Charlotte, N.C.-based, nationally accredited nonprofit agency changes the lives of at-risk children and families through therapy, education and prevention-based care. Thompson has four locations specializing in clinical and behavioral treatment, developmental education and proactive care. Thompson strengthens children, families, and communities through healing, teaching, worship, and play.

Founded in 1886 as an orphanage, Thompson has since grown into a non-profit organization operating across the Carolinas, each location providing comprehensive education, treatment, and care for children (birth to 18 years) in need. Today, around 1 in 5 adolescents have a diagnosable mental health disorder. At our most intensive level, we heal children who have been severely abused and provide them with the support and services they need until they are secure in a stable and loving home. Our goal is to create a stable foundation on which children and families can learn to thrive for a lifetime.

Our mission: Thompson is called to serve children and families through healing, teaching, worship, and play.

Our vision: Thompson will lead children and families into independent and rewarding lives.

CARE Vision: Thompson will transform the narrative of our children and families through the healing power of relationships.

Locations:
Headquarters: 6800 Saint Peter’s Lane, Matthews, N.C.
Phone: 704-536-0375

Family Services Center: 769 N. Wendover Road, Charlotte, N.C.
Phone: 704-376-7180

Early Childhood Services/Child Development Center: 1645 Clanton Road, Charlotte, N.C.
Phone: 704-333-5382

Community Counseling Center: 377 Rubin Drive Suite 204, Fort Mill, S.C.
Phone: 704-376-7180

Foster Care (Western NC): 142 Airport Rd, Suite G, Arden, N.C.