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Lead Teacher -Penacook Early Learning Center
Acquire4Hire, Concord, New Hampshire, United States, 03306
Lead Teacher - Penacook Early Learning Center
Base Pay Range:
$20.56/hr - $22.65/hr
Summary The Boys & Girls Clubs of Central and Northern New Hampshire support 200 staff in 30 Early Childhood and School Time programs. We are hiring preschool lead teachers for the brand‑new Rowe Family Early Learning Center in Penacook, located in the newly constructed Penacook Community Center. The Lead Teacher upholds the BGC mission, supports children’s learning, and ensures health and safety for all children. Responsibilities include developing curriculum, conducting child observations and assessments, supporting volunteers and practicum students, and mentoring staff. Knowledge of child development, developmentally appropriate practice, emergent curriculum, and child assessment is essential. Positions are available in infant and toddler classrooms.
Duties
Creates an environment that facilitates the achievement of Youth Development Outcomes.
Responds sensitively to the interests, requests, and needs of individual children, interact positively, encourage exploration, and use positive child guidance strategies.
Provides guidance and role modeling to Club members by planning and outlining curriculum to meet the individual needs of youth with an emergent curriculum.
Establishes and maintains program goals to ensure the health and safety of all members.
Ensures continual evaluation of Club programs, tracking outcome metrics, and verifying programs meet member needs and address gender and cultural diversity.
Uses child observation notes as a tool for curriculum planning and keeps accurate, up‑to‑date records.
Continuously accounts for members in their assigned group by name and face.
Oversees implementation of NAEYC standards, GSQ (when applicable), Culture DNA code, and BGCCNNH and CCLU rules and policies regarding safety, compliance, and best practices.
Dispenses medications according to company policy, administers first aid as needed, and communicates this to families.
Oversees and assists in cleaning, organizing, and maintaining classroom well‑being and upkeep.
Program Development, Implementation, and Supervision
Oversees proper record‑keeping and weekly reporting, including activities and events conducted in the membership/finance system; provides data to a Center Director or other applicable staff.
Facilitates open and effective, professional verbal and written communication with families, staff, and children.
Supervises classroom staff, students, and volunteers; provides regular feedback about job performance.
Supports volunteers, practicum students, and staff through modeling techniques and strategies that connect theory to practice.
May lead planning meetings with the teaching team.
Increases visibility of Club programs via daily schedule postings, announcements of upcoming events through different social media channels, family emails, etc.
Other duties as assigned.
Relationships Internal:
Maintains professional, daily contact with Club staff (professional and volunteer), Club members, families, students, and supervisors to receive and provide information, discuss issues, explain guidelines, and advise or counsel.
External:
Maintains contact with external community groups, schools, members’ parents, and others to assist in resolving problems when required.
Requirements
Lead teacher qualification (18 credits) with two years of experience in Early Childhood Education or a similar field; must be 18 years of age or older and have a minimum of 1,000 hours working in a licensed program.
Knowledge of current methods, principles, and techniques of teaching.
Knowledge of curriculum development and application.
Ability to plan and implement quality programs; proven track record of creative and artistic teaching strategies.
Ability to form developmentally appropriate relationships with children and promote positive behavior.
Ability to motivate members and manage behavior problems with patience.
Ability to organize and supervise members in a safe environment.
Ability to communicate with staff, families, and community members in a variety of methods.
Willingness to maintain an appearance appropriate to assigned duties and responsibilities.
Willingness to adapt to different learning styles.
Must obtain CPR and First Aid certifications per Bureau of Childcare licensing requirements.
May be required to drive the Club van/short bus periodically.
Must possess a safe driving record and submit a copy of such record to either the Operations Director or Human Resources department.
Required to assist in cleaning and organizing the Club.
Must maintain confidentiality.
Must be willing to travel between locations when requested (only occasional travel is required).
Additional Expectations
All candidates offered a job will submit for an FBI fingerprint background check and a State of NH Criminal Records check through FirstAdvantage. The State of NH Childcare Licensing Bureau may prohibit employment if a disqualifying finding exists.
Zero‑tolerance policy for abuse; any mistreatment or abuse by an employee will result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination and cooperation with law enforcement.
Nice To Haves Visit
www.nhyouth.org
to learn more about the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central and Northern NH.
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
Retirement (403B) Contribution
Paid Time Off
Professional Development Assistance / Tuition Reimbursement
Mileage Reimbursement
Child Care Program
The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, nor to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and objectives required of employees assigned to this job. This job description is subject to change at the discretion of the Executive Director, Board, or organizational needs.
About Us The Boys & Girls Clubs of Central and Northern New Hampshire provides early learning, out‑of‑school time programs, summer day camps, and basketball leagues to 1,200 youth weekly throughout the central and northern New Hampshire region. Our mission is to inspire and enable all young people, especially those who most need us, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, and responsible citizens. We offer a safe place to belong, caring adult mentors, and programs covering everything from academics and leadership development to physical fitness and healthy habits.
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$20.56/hr - $22.65/hr
Summary The Boys & Girls Clubs of Central and Northern New Hampshire support 200 staff in 30 Early Childhood and School Time programs. We are hiring preschool lead teachers for the brand‑new Rowe Family Early Learning Center in Penacook, located in the newly constructed Penacook Community Center. The Lead Teacher upholds the BGC mission, supports children’s learning, and ensures health and safety for all children. Responsibilities include developing curriculum, conducting child observations and assessments, supporting volunteers and practicum students, and mentoring staff. Knowledge of child development, developmentally appropriate practice, emergent curriculum, and child assessment is essential. Positions are available in infant and toddler classrooms.
Duties
Creates an environment that facilitates the achievement of Youth Development Outcomes.
Responds sensitively to the interests, requests, and needs of individual children, interact positively, encourage exploration, and use positive child guidance strategies.
Provides guidance and role modeling to Club members by planning and outlining curriculum to meet the individual needs of youth with an emergent curriculum.
Establishes and maintains program goals to ensure the health and safety of all members.
Ensures continual evaluation of Club programs, tracking outcome metrics, and verifying programs meet member needs and address gender and cultural diversity.
Uses child observation notes as a tool for curriculum planning and keeps accurate, up‑to‑date records.
Continuously accounts for members in their assigned group by name and face.
Oversees implementation of NAEYC standards, GSQ (when applicable), Culture DNA code, and BGCCNNH and CCLU rules and policies regarding safety, compliance, and best practices.
Dispenses medications according to company policy, administers first aid as needed, and communicates this to families.
Oversees and assists in cleaning, organizing, and maintaining classroom well‑being and upkeep.
Program Development, Implementation, and Supervision
Oversees proper record‑keeping and weekly reporting, including activities and events conducted in the membership/finance system; provides data to a Center Director or other applicable staff.
Facilitates open and effective, professional verbal and written communication with families, staff, and children.
Supervises classroom staff, students, and volunteers; provides regular feedback about job performance.
Supports volunteers, practicum students, and staff through modeling techniques and strategies that connect theory to practice.
May lead planning meetings with the teaching team.
Increases visibility of Club programs via daily schedule postings, announcements of upcoming events through different social media channels, family emails, etc.
Other duties as assigned.
Relationships Internal:
Maintains professional, daily contact with Club staff (professional and volunteer), Club members, families, students, and supervisors to receive and provide information, discuss issues, explain guidelines, and advise or counsel.
External:
Maintains contact with external community groups, schools, members’ parents, and others to assist in resolving problems when required.
Requirements
Lead teacher qualification (18 credits) with two years of experience in Early Childhood Education or a similar field; must be 18 years of age or older and have a minimum of 1,000 hours working in a licensed program.
Knowledge of current methods, principles, and techniques of teaching.
Knowledge of curriculum development and application.
Ability to plan and implement quality programs; proven track record of creative and artistic teaching strategies.
Ability to form developmentally appropriate relationships with children and promote positive behavior.
Ability to motivate members and manage behavior problems with patience.
Ability to organize and supervise members in a safe environment.
Ability to communicate with staff, families, and community members in a variety of methods.
Willingness to maintain an appearance appropriate to assigned duties and responsibilities.
Willingness to adapt to different learning styles.
Must obtain CPR and First Aid certifications per Bureau of Childcare licensing requirements.
May be required to drive the Club van/short bus periodically.
Must possess a safe driving record and submit a copy of such record to either the Operations Director or Human Resources department.
Required to assist in cleaning and organizing the Club.
Must maintain confidentiality.
Must be willing to travel between locations when requested (only occasional travel is required).
Additional Expectations
All candidates offered a job will submit for an FBI fingerprint background check and a State of NH Criminal Records check through FirstAdvantage. The State of NH Childcare Licensing Bureau may prohibit employment if a disqualifying finding exists.
Zero‑tolerance policy for abuse; any mistreatment or abuse by an employee will result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination and cooperation with law enforcement.
Nice To Haves Visit
www.nhyouth.org
to learn more about the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central and Northern NH.
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
Retirement (403B) Contribution
Paid Time Off
Professional Development Assistance / Tuition Reimbursement
Mileage Reimbursement
Child Care Program
The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, nor to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and objectives required of employees assigned to this job. This job description is subject to change at the discretion of the Executive Director, Board, or organizational needs.
About Us The Boys & Girls Clubs of Central and Northern New Hampshire provides early learning, out‑of‑school time programs, summer day camps, and basketball leagues to 1,200 youth weekly throughout the central and northern New Hampshire region. Our mission is to inspire and enable all young people, especially those who most need us, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, and responsible citizens. We offer a safe place to belong, caring adult mentors, and programs covering everything from academics and leadership development to physical fitness and healthy habits.
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