Lead Teacher
Boys & Girls Clubs of the Sioux Empire, Sioux Falls, SD, United States
Love working with early learners? Join us as the full-time Lead Teacher in our two-year-old room at 57th Street Learning Center, Monday–Friday from 6:45 a.m. to 3:45 p.m., and create a safe, fun, and engaging space every day.
What You’ll Do
Lead Classroom Operations & Supervision: Oversee lesson planning, curriculum implementation, supply needs, and ensure compliance with state licensing and BGCA rules while actively supervising children for safety and engagement.
Mentor & Collaborate: Guide and support Assistant Teachers, fostering a positive, effective learning environment and coordinating classroom activities.
Plan & Facilitate Activities: Lead age-appropriate activities that promote physical, intellectual, and social development, providing materials for play, art, music, and storytelling.
Support Daily Care & Communication: Assist with diapering, potty training, meals, rest
ap schedules, classroom cleanliness, daily documentation, parent/guardian communication, field trips, and child assessments.
Why Join Us
Competitive Pay: Starting at $18/hour, with annual merit-based & cost of living raises to reward performance and growth. Full-time employees also enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, paid time off from day one, employer-matched 401(k), discounted childcare, and local service discounts.
Supportive Team Environment: Enjoy a team-oriented workplace where your contributions are valued.
Professional Development: Gain hands-on experience in early childhood development, with access to training and professional growth opportunities.
Requirements
Education & Experience:
A Preschool Child Development Associate (CDA) credential, Associate’s Degree or higher in a relevant field is preferred.
Previous experience in childcare or another caregiving role is preferred.
BGCSE encourages all lead teachers to pursue a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential to further their professional growth and offers support to employees interested in enrolling in a CDA program.
Certifications: CPR Certification (or ability to obtain within 90 days with in house training).
Skills: Reliable, excellent time management, strong interpersonal and communication skills, initiative, and teamwork.
Physical Requirements: Ability to lift up to 75 lbs occasionally, stand, walk, kneel, and engage actively with children.
Ready to inspire and lead? Join the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Sioux Empire as a Lead Teacher and help children thrive!
Job offers are contingent upon a post-offer screening process, which includes background checks, child abuse and neglect screening, and drug testing. We strive to make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees in compliance with local, state, and federal laws and regulations. For a full job description or for any assistance or accommodation during the application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Coordinator at 605.306.1125. All qualified applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, non-job-related disability, or any other protected class.
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What You’ll Do
Lead Classroom Operations & Supervision: Oversee lesson planning, curriculum implementation, supply needs, and ensure compliance with state licensing and BGCA rules while actively supervising children for safety and engagement.
Mentor & Collaborate: Guide and support Assistant Teachers, fostering a positive, effective learning environment and coordinating classroom activities.
Plan & Facilitate Activities: Lead age-appropriate activities that promote physical, intellectual, and social development, providing materials for play, art, music, and storytelling.
Support Daily Care & Communication: Assist with diapering, potty training, meals, rest
ap schedules, classroom cleanliness, daily documentation, parent/guardian communication, field trips, and child assessments.
Why Join Us
Competitive Pay: Starting at $18/hour, with annual merit-based & cost of living raises to reward performance and growth. Full-time employees also enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, paid time off from day one, employer-matched 401(k), discounted childcare, and local service discounts.
Supportive Team Environment: Enjoy a team-oriented workplace where your contributions are valued.
Professional Development: Gain hands-on experience in early childhood development, with access to training and professional growth opportunities.
Requirements
Education & Experience:
A Preschool Child Development Associate (CDA) credential, Associate’s Degree or higher in a relevant field is preferred.
Previous experience in childcare or another caregiving role is preferred.
BGCSE encourages all lead teachers to pursue a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential to further their professional growth and offers support to employees interested in enrolling in a CDA program.
Certifications: CPR Certification (or ability to obtain within 90 days with in house training).
Skills: Reliable, excellent time management, strong interpersonal and communication skills, initiative, and teamwork.
Physical Requirements: Ability to lift up to 75 lbs occasionally, stand, walk, kneel, and engage actively with children.
Ready to inspire and lead? Join the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Sioux Empire as a Lead Teacher and help children thrive!
Job offers are contingent upon a post-offer screening process, which includes background checks, child abuse and neglect screening, and drug testing. We strive to make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees in compliance with local, state, and federal laws and regulations. For a full job description or for any assistance or accommodation during the application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Coordinator at 605.306.1125. All qualified applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, non-job-related disability, or any other protected class.
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