Lead Toddler Teacher (Hollywood)

Job Summary Meet the new village. Brella's on a mission to make a friendlier, more supportive world for families. Child care is failing everyone- parents, children, and teachers. So we've created a new, more flexible, accessible, and friendly child care center. Families, kids, and teachers love us, so now we're growing. If you're interested in joining a creative, mission-driven team and having a direct impact on the lives of families as well as the next generation's education and development- this role's for you. We're currently looking for aLead Toddler Teacherwho is an effective coach, embraces change, are is eager to lead others and take pride in what they do. Where We're Located Hollywood:909 N Orange Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90038 (M-F, 8AM-6PM) As a Lead Toddler Teacher You Will: • Develop classroom procedures and manage the classroom's flow of the day guiding co-teachers to achieve classroom management and quality curriculum implementation assuming a fair share of classroom responsibilities • Mentor, train and grow teachers, modeling Brella’s teacher best practices and supporting the teacher evaluation process • Actively participate in workshops, training, special events and Lead Teacher meetings and relay administration updates and information constructively and effectively with the team • Collaborate and communicate respectfully with coworkers creating positive relationships and center culture • Manage classroom materials (ie - ordering, storing and labeling materials) to ensure maintenance of a well-organized, developmentally appropriate classroom • Implement Brella curriculum and develop daily modifications as needed per age group or emergent class interests and demonstrate that the target curriculum engagement/quality elements are being achieved • Act as point person for family communication providing curriculum and development updates • Model and mentor providing a safe and loving environment for children in collaboration with a team Education, Experience, Skills and Abilities: • Meet all state teaching experience, education and additional state requirements if hired including at least 12 ECE (Required) • 1 year of experience in a childcare setting in the U.S. serving in a Lead Teacher role or similar capacity (Required) • 3+ years of early childhood education teaching experience (Preferred) • Experience mentoring and coaching other teachers and AA/BA degree w/6 administration units (Preferred) • Ability to be flexible and approach change with a positive mindset • Understands effective communication styles to provide feedback to administration, co-teachers and parents • Proactively seeks out resources to continually improve performance in self and others • Experience mentoring and growing co-teachers with effective collaboration and problem solving skills • Expertise in early learning/development and group care settings, including knowledge of current research, regulations, and best practices • Ability to model a patient, caring and calm demeanor respectfully interacting with every child • Experience in coaching other teachers in Reggio, RIE and Montessori methodologies Physical Demands • Demonstrate full range of motion to lift, reach, squat, climb, sit, walk, bend and otherwise fully participate in activities. Standing for long periods of time. • Ability to physically handle children between 0-6 years of age using appropriate techniques. Ability to lift children up to 50 pounds. • Maintain mental and physical alertness and an appropriate level of energy to perform essential job requirements. • Respond immediately and appropriately to multiple or unexpected situations or emergencies. • Follow state, federal and Brellas’ guidelines regarding immunizations, employment physical, and required health and safety training and practices. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed, not an exhaustive list of all essential functions and responsibilities. Qualified applicants or employees with a disability must be able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation. If you would like to request an accommodation, please inform your hiring manager or supervisor. Brella Schedule & Benefits • Competitive pay • Scheduled shift hours are based on the centers needs meeting the full time job category requirements • Comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance provided • Paid Time Off • Opportunities for growth and advancement Job Type: Full-time Pay: $23.00 - $26.00 per hour Benefits: • 401(k) • Dental insurance • Employee discount • Health insurance • Paid time off • Vision insurance Ability to Commute: • Los Angeles, CA 90038 (Required) Ability to Relocate: • Los Angeles, CA 90038: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person