Georgia Pre-K Lead Teacher

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Position: GA Pre-K Lead Teacher

Location: Union City, GA
Facility: Pinnacle Pointe Daycare Academy
Schedule: Monday – Friday | 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Pay: $23.00 – $38.00 per hour (based on experience and credentials)
Job Type: Full-Time (40 hours/week)

Inspire Young Minds at Pinnacle Pointe Daycare Academy

Are you a passionate educator with a heart for early childhood learning? Do you thrive in a nurturing environment where your work truly makes a difference? If so, Pinnacle Pointe Daycare Academy in Union City, GA is looking for you! We're seeking a dedicated Georgia Pre-K Lead Teacher to join our team and help prepare our little learners for Kindergarten and beyond.

Why You'll Love Working with Us

At Pinnacle Pointe, we believe our teachers are the foundation of student success. We support our team with:

• Competitive Pay: $23–$38/hour
• Valuable Benefits:
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid lunch breaks
• Professional Growth:
• Ongoing training and development
• Support from a Curriculum Coordinator, Center Director, Site or Project Director
• Opportunities for career advancement

What You’ll Do

As a GA Pre-K Lead Teacher, you’ll play a vital role in shaping your students’ academic and social development in a warm, structured, and engaging classroom environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Teach and manage a classroom of 4-5-year-olds using the Georgia Pre-K curriculum
• Maintain weekly lesson plans (required)
• Prepare your engaging lesson plans aligned with Georgia Pre-K standards
• Conduct assessments and maintain required documentation (including WSO and attendance records)
• Hold parent-teacher conferences and foster strong parent partnerships
• Ensure classroom compliance with Bright from the Start policies
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized learning environment
• Assist with serving breakfast and lunch meals
• Communicate supply needs in advance with the Curriculum Coordinator
• Submit monthly lesson plans to the Center Director
• Participate in required professional training and development
• Perform other duties as assigned by management
• Daily Classroom Cleaning and Prep for next school day
• work hand in hand with Assistant Lead Teacher

What You Bring to the Table

• Valid Georgia Teacher Certification (T4 or higher) - This will determine Salary
• Bachelor, Masters or Doctorate Degree in ECE related field (required)
• In good standing with the Georgia Professional Standards Commission
• Previous Lead Teacher experience (required)
• Strong understanding of DECAL Bright from the Start (GA-Pre-K) regulations
• CPR/ AED certification preferred (or must obtain within 30 Days of Employment)
• Must pass all required background checks (Fingerprinting via IdentoGo)
• Reliable transportation or guaranteed way of getting to work
• Physical ability to sit on the floor, lift up to 40 lbs, and stand or walk for extended periods

Who You Are

You’re a caring, enthusiastic teacher who believes in the power of early education. You're organized, dependable, and ready to be a key part of a school community that values respect, teamwork, and high-quality learning.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Pinnacle Pointe Daycare Academy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in our staff and student community.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.00 - $38.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person