Lead Teacher (Full-Time)
???? $14–$21/hour (based on experience, education, and responsibilities)
We are seeking a full-time Lead Teacher (Infants, Toddlers, or Pre-K) to guide and support children as they prepare for Kindergarten. This role is ideal for an educator who enjoys creating engaging learning experiences, values play-based learning, and wants a stable, consistent schedule in a supportive early childhood environment.
Most positions follow a typical daytime schedule within our center hours of 5:30am–5:30pm.
???? About Our Program
Serving children 6 weeks–11 years
Reggio-inspired & play-based philosophy
Focus on early literacy, social-emotional development, and curiosity-driven learning (Pre-K)
Focus on nurturing relationships, curiosity, and development (Inf/Tod)
Collaborative team environment with supportive leadership
???? Key Responsibilities
As a Lead Teacher, you will:
Plan and implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum and activities
Create engaging lesson plans that support early literacy, math, and social-emotional skills
Maintain a safe, structured, and nurturing classroom
Observe, assess, and document children’s growth and development
Communicate regularly with families and build strong partnerships
Maintain required classroom records (attendance, lesson plans, daily reports)
Support Step Up To Quality standards and licensing requirements
Collaborate with team members to ensure consistent program quality
???? Qualifications
Required:
At least 18 years of age
High school diploma or equivalent
Willingness to complete required trainings (CPR, First Aid, AED, Child Abuse Prevention)
Preferred (not required):
Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field
Previous experience in a childcare or early childhood setting
Familiarity with early learning standards and Kindergarten readiness (Pre-K) or experience working with infants and/or toddlers
Strong organizational and communication skills
???? We value experience, but we are also open to training the right candidate who is dependable, passionate, and eager to grow.
???? Physical Requirements
Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 20 lbs
Ability to actively supervise children throughout the day
(Reasonable accommodations available.)
???? Benefits