Early Childhood Educator Requirements
Every employee must have a current criminal record check, child abuse clearance, FBI clearance, and an updated health screening with TB test results, relevant work experience, and at least two written references from a previous employer.
Learning Central Preschool & Childcare seeks to recruit quality staff members who value and care for children. We look for people who enjoy and have a passion for working with youngsters.
Program Supervisor: Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Early Childhood Education (ECE), and four years of supervisory experience.
Program Director: Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Early Childhood Education (ECE), teaching certification, and three years of equivalent experience.
Lead Teacher/Group Supervisor: Associate’s, Bachelor’s, or Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Early Childhood Education (ECE), or a degree in a related area of study with 18 credits in ECE, in addition to one year of teaching experience in childcare. Minimum duties include planning and implementing daily activities, coordinating activities with assistant teachers and aides, and assisting the director with designated activities.
Assistant Teacher/Assistant Group Supervisor: CDA certification or an Associate's Degree. High School diploma/GED and two years of experience.
Teacher Aide: High School diploma/GED and one year of experience in childcare. This position bears the same responsibilities as listed above for the Assistant teacher, in addition to being able to coordinate daily activities and supervise in the absence of the group supervisor.