Childcare Teacher

Lead Childcare Teacher

Chantelle’s Quality Childcare
Location: 4221 7th St NW, Washington, DC 20011

About Us

Chantelle’s Quality Childcare is seeking a dedicated, nurturing, and experienced Lead Childcare Teacher to join our growing team. We are committed to providing a safe, engaging, and educational environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive. We are looking for an educator who is passionate about early childhood education and enjoys working collaboratively with children, families, and fellow educators.

Position Summary

The Lead Teacher is responsible for planning and implementing developmentally appropriate learning experiences while maintaining a safe, clean, and positive classroom environment. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong classroom management skills, professionalism, and a genuine passion for working with young children ages 6 weeks-5 years old.

Qualifications

Required:

● Associate’s Degree or Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field (required for this position in accordance with OSSE regulations) (preferred)

● Experience working in a licensed childcare or early childhood education setting

● Ability to create and implement age-appropriate lesson plans

● Knowledge of child development and social-emotional learning

● Strong classroom and behavior management skills

● Knowledge of health, safety, and hygiene practices

● Excellent communication and organizational skills

● Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team

Preferred:

● Bilingual (Spanish or another language)

● CPR/First Aid Certification

Work Schedule

Applicants must be available to work one of the following shifts:

● 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

● 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

● 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM

Compensation

Pay is based on education:

● Associate’s Degree – $30.00 per hour

● Bachelor’s Degree – $35.00 per hour

Hiring Process

Qualified candidates will participate in a paid trial workday where they will interact with children and staff. Candidates selected to move forward will complete the remaining steps of the hiring process.

Pre-Employment Requirements

Successful candidates must complete:

● Police Background Check

● TB Test

● Drug Screening

How to Apply

We look forward to welcoming a caring, dependable, and passionate educator to the Chantelle’s Quality Childcare family.