Lead Teacher

Position Summary

Lead, plan, and implement an Early Childhood education program for the Hiersteiner Child Development Center (HCDC) for a designated group of young children to support a positive learning environment for college students.

• Career-level professional within the field. Considered highly skilled and proficient in discipline.
• Conducts complex, important work under minimal supervision and wide latitude for independent judgment.
• Requires an Associate's Degree and 2‑4+ years' of relevant experience.
• Must complete 16 hours of Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) approved in‑service hours.
• Required certifications and pre‑employment verifications:
  Active Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR, Health Assessment and TB Test, Child Development, Signs and Symptoms of Illness, Child Abuse and Neglect Mandated Reporting, Fingerprint Based Background Check (HCDC will assist in obtaining these within the first 30 days of employment).

• Engage with the children; teach, change diapers, and potty train, lead group and outside time, set up meals, conduct rest time, and lead social play activities.
• Perform light cleaning after activities and meals.
• Uphold and follow all HCDC, Kansas Department of Health and Environment childcare licensing, the Child and Adult Federal Food Program regulations, and National Association for the Education of Young Children accreditation requirements.
• Act as Classroom Supervisor in their absence, supervising and instructing JCCC students, assistant teachers, aides, and substitute teachers.
• Write and post lesson plans weekly, following the HCDC curriculum and learning needs of children.
• Develop reciprocal relationships with families; greet families on arrival and departure, maintain daily information for each child, and conduct parent/teacher conferences.
• Maintain a positive and professional work environment with colleagues and families.
• Stay current on Early Childhood Education trends and best practices.
• Track and record educational and developmental observations for each child and share with parents to create milestones and goals.
• Other duties as assigned.

To be considered for this position we will require an application, resume, and unofficial transcripts.

• Health insurance with some employer‑paid options.
• Life insurance & AD&D (employer provided).
• Retirement plans (403(b), 457(b), and KPERS) with an employer‑paid 8% contribution into a 403(b); no match required.
• Paid time off (vacation, sick, personal, and floating holidays) – 14 days of paid holidays.
• Full tuition reduction for JCCC credit courses (employee and eligible dependents).
• Tuition reimbursement/assistance for non‑JCCC courses for employees.

• Free access to the campus gym for all employees and dependents.
• Discounts to the Hiersteiner Child Development Center and professional development funding and training opportunities.
• Mentorship program, recognition and awards programs.
• Employee wellness programs.

Established in 1969, Johnson County Community College is dedicated to transforming lives and strengthening communities through learning. Located in Overland Park, Kansas, JCCC has enjoyed a national reputation for educational excellence and student success for more than 50 years. That’s five decades of smaller class sizes, more resources, and a thriving campus culture – not to mention our competitive tuition rates and extracurricular experiences that transcend the norm.

JCCC inspires learning to transform lives and strengthen communities.

JCCC will be an innovative leader in equitable student access, learning and success.

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