Preschool Lead Teacher

Job Overview
We are seeking a passionate and energetic Preschool Lead Teacher to inspire young learners and foster a nurturing, engaging classroom environment. As a key leader in early childhood education, you will design and implement developmentally appropriate curricula that promote literacy, numeracy, social-emotional skills, and physical development. Your enthusiasm for working with children will help create a positive, inclusive atmosphere where every child feels valued and motivated to explore their potential. This role offers an exciting opportunity to shape the foundational years of children’s growth in a vibrant educational setting.

Duties

• Develop and execute comprehensive lesson plans aligned with early childhood education standards
• Create a safe, welcoming classroom environment that encourages curiosity, independence, and social interaction among preschoolers.
• Implement curriculum development strategies that incorporate literacy education, math skills, physical education, and sensory activities tailored to various developmental stages.
• Manage classroom behavior effectively through positive behavior management techniques to foster respectful and cooperative learning.
• Collaborate with families to communicate children’s progress, address individual needs—including special education and early intervention—and support child welfare initiatives.
• Conduct assessments using standardized testing tools and observational methods to monitor each child's growth and learning milestones.
• Supervise and mentor assistant teachers or aides, ensuring high-quality childcare and classroom management practices are maintained at all times.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working with children in preschool or daycare settings, with a minimum of several years in early childhood education roles.
• Strong knowledge of childhood development principles, classroom management techniques, and behavior management strategies.
• Experience working with children requiring special education or early intervention services is highly desirable.
• Excellent communication skills for engaging effectively with children, parents, colleagues, and community partners.
• Demonstrated ability to plan engaging lessons that incorporate age-appropriate activities such as tutoring in core subjects or teaching physical education.
• Knowledge of childcare regulations, daycare operations, and private school standards to ensure compliance and best practices in early childhood education. Join us as a Preschool Lead Teacher where your dedication will ignite young minds! Bring your expertise in early childhood education—especially your passion for fostering literacy, math skills, social-emotional growth—and help create joyful learning experiences that set the stage for lifelong success!

Pay: $12.00 - $15.00 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person