PHMC serves as both a direct service provider to individuals, families, and communities across the region and as an intermediary agent — managing large-scale contracts, government and philanthropic partnerships, and multidisciplinary initiatives that require operational sophistication, strategic leadership, and deep mission alignment. SUBSIDIARY: Interim House West DEPARTMENT: Addiction Services Reports to: Family Service Coordinator ROLE TYPE: Full-Time-Exempt Job Description: The full-time lead teacher is responsible for creating and maintaining a safe, nurturing, developmentally appropriate toddler classroom within a facility that serves families enrolled in a residential drug rehabilitation program. This role blends early childhood expertise with trauma-informed care, supporting both the healthy development of toddlers and the stability of parents working toward recovery. The Lead Teacher works with the Family Service Coordinator to ensure high-quality curriculum implementation, classroom management, family communication, and compliance with IHW programming. Responsibilities: • Ensure constant supervision and maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom. • Follow all health, safety, and sanitation protocols, including diapering, toileting, and snack routines. • Maintain accurate daily records, lesson plans, developmental observations, and progress notes. • In collaboration with the Family Service Coordinator, develop a daycare, preschool, and after-school program and ensure the program objectives and goals are met. • Collaborate with case managers, therapists, and program staff to support the family stability and parenting goals. • Participate in family meetings, conferences, and parent education sessions as needed. • Engage in staff meetings, professional development, and cross-department collaboration. • Involve mothers in the planning and implementation of daily program activities for the infants, toddlers, pre-school, and after-school programs. • Attend Interim House West team meetings to discuss women and children’s treatment plans and progress. • Assist the Family Service coordinator in the completion of quarterly reports and individual service plans for DHS-funded children. • Support the IHW mission of providing consistent, compassionate care that strengthens families in recovery. • Valid Pennsylvania Driver’s License required for field trips • Other duties as assigned. Skills: Knowledge of Trauma-informed practice Knowledge of Cultural humility and non-judgmental communication Strong understanding of toddler development Team leadership and mentorship ability Emotional resilience and professionalism Commitment to family-centered care Ability to remain calm, patient, and flexible in a dynamic environment. Strong communication and collaboration ability Experience: • Experience or training in trauma -informed care, behavioral support, or working with families affected by substance use. • 2 years of experience with children experiencing delays in their cognitive, communication, or perceptual motor skills development. Education Requirement: Associate’s degree in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education, or the human services field, including 15 credit hours related to children with developmental disabilities or delays. Additional Qualifications: CPR/First Aid Certification PHMC is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.