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