Lead Teacher

Overview
We are seeking a passionate and dynamic Lead Teacher to inspire and guide young learners in a vibrant educational environment. This role offers an exciting opportunity to shape early childhood development, foster inclusive learning experiences, and lead a team of dedicated educators. The ideal candidate will bring energy, expertise, and a commitment to nurturing the potential of every child, ensuring a positive and engaging classroom atmosphere that promotes growth, curiosity, and confidence.

Duties

• Develop and implement comprehensive lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards, including literacy, math, speech therapy, and behavioral health strategies.
• Lead classroom activities that support early intervention, childhood development, and special education needs for children with diverse abilities.
• Manage classroom behavior through effective behavioral management techniques and behavior therapy strategies to create a safe, respectful learning environment.
• Collaborate with families, therapists, and specialists to develop and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) tailored to each child's unique requirements.
• Supervise and mentor teaching staff, providing guidance on curriculum development, classroom management, and instructional best practices.
• Conduct assessments using standardized testing methods to track progress and inform instruction; utilize data to adapt teaching approaches accordingly.
• Foster an inclusive atmosphere that supports children with disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, deaf education needs, and other developmental challenges.
• Maintain detailed documentation of student progress, IEP goals, behavioral reports, and communication logs to ensure compliance and transparency.
• Engage in ongoing professional development related to early childhood education, Montessori methods, library services for children, and special education techniques.

Experience

• Proven classroom experience working with young children in early childhood education settings or private schools.
• Demonstrated expertise in curriculum development across literacy education, math instruction, speech therapy integration, and behavioral health strategies.
• Experience working with children with disabilities—including autism spectrum disorder—and implementing individualized support plans such as IEPs.
• Strong background in classroom management techniques that promote positive behavior and effective learning environments.
• Familiarity with standardized testing procedures and assessment tools used for early childhood evaluation.
• Prior experience mentoring or leading teaching teams within preschool or Montessori settings is highly desirable.
• Excellent communication skills for collaborating with families, colleagues, therapists, and community resources involved in child development. Join us as a Lead Teacher to make a meaningful impact on children's lives by fostering their growth through innovative teaching practices! We are committed to creating an inclusive space where every child can thrive—empowering educators who are dedicated to nurturing potential at every stage of early childhood development.

Pay: $14.00 - $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person