Lead PreSchool Teacher

The Lead Preschool Teacher creates a safe, nurturing, and engaging classroom environment for preschool-aged children. This role leads daily lessons, supports children’s development, guides assistant teachers, and ensures all Children’s Lighthouse and state licensing standards are followed.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement age-appropriate lessons following the Children’s Lighthouse curriculum.
• Lead classroom activities that support social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development.
• Guide and support assistant teachers in daily routines and classroom management.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom environment at all times.
• Supervise children to ensure safety and appropriate child–teacher ratios.
• Communicate with parents daily about their child’s progress, behavior, and classroom updates.
• Observe, assess, and document each child’s development and milestones.
• Follow all state licensing rules and Children’s Lighthouse policies.
• Attend staff meetings and required trainings.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and staff.

Requirements

• Degree in Early Childhood Education (preferred).
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a preschool or early childhood classroom.
• CPR and First Aid Certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Knowledge of state childcare regulations.
• Strong communication, leadership, and classroom-management skills.
• Ability to lift, bend, sit on the floor, and actively engage with children.

Pay: $13.00 - $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance

Work Location: In person