Charles County Elementary Schools - Before and After School ProgramAbout the Position:Do you have a passion for learning? Do you desire to make a difference in the life of a child and spark excitement into the learning process? If so, the Group Leader/ Lead Teacher position at AlphaBEST is perfect for you! We offer teacher training, competitive salary, and special discounted rates for employee's children. Before school hours are from 6:00 AM - 9:30 AM and after school hours are from 3:00 to 6:00 PM. The shifts will vary and are approximately 6 hours each day (30-32 hours per week).Our goal is to inspire young minds to see the world as a place brimming with possibilities for discovery. The Group Leader/Lead Teacher assists the Site Director with the implementation of a high-quality program, which promotes curiosity, creativity and a love of learning. The Group Leader/Lead Teacher delivers lessons and facilitates learning by maintaining a healthy, safe, warm and engaging learning environment, in accordance with state regulations. Our unique curriculum is designed to be actively engaging for children and "teacher-friendly", for ease of delivery.If you thrive in an environment that promotes success through creativity, innovation, collaboration, and fun, you will jump at this challenge. Come be a part of an awesome team of committed individuals with a passion for children and learning.In this exciting role, you'll be trained and have the chance to do the following:Plan and facilitate core programming to advance the physical, social, emotional, and intellectual development of children.Work collaboratively with peers, share program-related information and share in collective tasks.Encourage creativity and intellectual curiosity by building on the student's interests and talents.Follow licensing regulations/standards, such as reporting child incidents and proper health and hygiene procedures.Continuously monitor environment, including outside play areas to maintain a safe and healthy site.Provide a caring family-oriented environment where positive staff, child, and parent relationships are fostered.Here's what you'll need:High school diploma, certificate of high school equivalencyORSuccessful completion of at least 6 credits from an accredited college or universityAND1 year of experience working with children in an approved setting, (registered child care home, licensed child care center, nursery school, church-operated school, or similar setting)OR1 year of experience as a registered family child care providerOR1 year of college (30 semester hours)ORCombination of experience and college that equals 1 yearIn addition, you will need:90 Hour School Age CertificateAbility to motivate and engage children and manage behavioral challenges.Serves as a positive role model; must be enthusiastic, energetic, creative and sensitive to children.Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet program staffing needs.Good judgment and sound decision-making.Ability to provide a supportive and caring environment for children.