UnityPoint-St. Luke's

Full-Time

Mon-Fri

Provides classroom leadership and planning as well as childcare services which meets the development needs of each child. Consistently communicates with each child’s parents to ensure that quality care is being given and the child/family needs are being met. Works effectively with other team members. The lead teacher follows hospital, department, and Department of Human Services policies and procedures. Successful performance contributes to a positive work environment for UnityPoint Health employees.

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.  

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.  Here are just a few:      

• Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.   

• Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.  

• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.   

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.  

And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience. 

Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health. 

Quality Care

• Interacts appropriately and positively with children, participating in and encouraging children’s play.
• Maintains a clean, orderly child oriented, safe environment.
• Demonstrates initiative to improve quality and customer service by striving to exceed customer expectations.

Curriculum Coordination

• Responsible for curriculum planning for the assigned area.
• Reviews monthly curriculum plans for the teachers and staff in the assigned area.
• Plans and implements age/developmentally appropriate programs for assigned group.

Performance Improvement

• Supervises the work of the teachers and teacher assistants in their assigned area.
• Overseas all family conferences for the area.
• Evaluates, monitors and maintains records on children’s participation and development.

High School diploma or equivalent

Valid driver’s license

Must be willing to complete all DHS required trainings within 90 days.

Interpersonal skills

Leadership skills

Communication – Written and Verbal

Flexibility

Teamwork

Professionalism