Lead Teacher (Inf/Tod/PreK)

### 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 - Paid Time Off - Paid Holidays - Childcare Discount - Tuition Assistance - 401(k) - Professional Development Opportunities