The Lead Teacher must be at least 20 years of age. He or she must have at least a High School Diploma or GED. An Associate Degree in Child Development or a CDA is preferred. He or she is preferred to have 30 hours of college credit in Child Development or the equivalent of in-services training dealing with Day Care children's age topics. Certificates or verification of these hours need to be presented at interview to be considered for employment. If the candidate has no Child Development or Early Childhood college credits, he or she must be willing to obtain these hours within a reasonable timeframe to retain their position.
The Lead Teacher must have 3 years of experience working with children full time in a day care setting. He or she must have knowledge and experience on the normal range of development of children. Must have knowledge on how to make lesson plans, and what is needed to help each child reach their full potential. He or she must be available to assist the other Teachers with questions and problems about their day care children.
CPR/ FIRST AIDE
BLOODBOURNE PATHOGEN
NEGATIVE TB RESULT
DHS CLEARANCE
ICHAT