Lightbridge Academy Garnet Valley is a brand new high-tech childcare facility that opened earlier this year. We are growing rapidly and we are looking for highly motivated staff to join our team! Our open position includes FULL-TIME and PART-TIME possibilities. FULL-TIME employment will include benefits, paid holiday and PTO time. The candidate will be working with one of the following age groups:
Toddlers
Mobile Infants
Infants
Pay is attractive and will be determined based on qualifications.
Prospective staff should be able to work Monday - Friday. Specific shifts will be discussed and determined during the interview and hiring process.
We are looking to fill in-class teaching positions. Depending on candidate's experience and qualifications the new hire would have a Lead Teacher or an Assistant Teacher status. To qualify for Lead Teacher status, applicants MUST have experience working with children for a minimum of 2 years, an Associate Degree, Bachelor's degree or CDA. To qualify as Assistant Teacher status, applicants MUST have experience working with children for a minimum of 2 years, a high school diploma (or GED),
Job Mission
The ideal candidate will continually strive for excellence, be a strong communicator, fast learner, flexible, and develop along with the needs of the organization. As part of this highly organized team, opportunity abounds with room for development and advancement!
Job Responsibilities
Exemplify the Lightbridge Academy Circle of Care philosophy and live our Core Values
Be a strong role model.
Create and develop strong parent and staff relationships that result in high rate of retention and referrals
Maintain confidentiality in dealing with all company information including: policies, procedures, student, parent and staff records and conversations
Participate in open houses and in-house family events
Helps to ensure proper ratios are maintained at all times and substitute in classrooms if necessary
Maintain confidentiality in dealing with all company information including: policies, procedures, student, parent and staff records and conversations.
Fully understand and ensure proper implementation of the Lightbridge Academy curriculum by age group
Participate in staff meetings and workshops
Mentor new staff as necessary
Must understand and adhere to all state and local educational and licensing requirements, policies and procedures
Adheres to all Lightbridge Academy Franchise Company policies and procedures
Complete a minimum of 20 hours of ongoing professional development
Completion of CPR and First Aid certification
The ideal candidate for this role will have:
Bachelor’s Or Associate's Degree. CDA's will also be accepted.
Two years of childcare teaching experience
Company Culture
Caring is at the core of what makes every Lightbridge Academy child care center so special. We specialize on caring for the needs of the entire Lightbridge Academy family through our unique “Circle of Care”. As part of this circle, parents, children, staff and owners are all equally important. The Lightbridge Academy core values define the culture and serve as guiding principles for all to follow.
Our center is located on Naamans Creek Rd. just off of Foulk Rd. or via rt. 202 situated between Boothwyn and Glen Mills. It is located directly across the street from Booths Corner Farmers Market.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Experience:
Childcare: 2 years
teaching: 2 years
Education:
High school or equivalent
The ideal candidate for this role will have:
Bachelor’s Or Associate's Degree. CDA's will also be accepted.
Two years of childcare teaching experience.