Childcare Teacher

Summary:

Lead Pre-Kindergarten Teacher with expertise in creating engaging, developmentally appropriate learning experiences. Skilled in guiding young children’s social, emotional, and cognitive growth while fostering a collaborative classroom environment. Strong communicator and team leader committed to high-quality early childhood education.

Pre-K Lead Teacher – Job Duties

• Curriculum Coordination: Develop and implement educational curriculum by creating classroom activities aligned with developmentally appropriate practices and early learning standards.
• Team Leadership: Lead by example, promoting teaching team success through modeling best practices, coaching, and mentoring staff.
• Lesson Planning & Instruction: Plan and execute individual and group activities that actively engage children and support social, cognitive, and emotional development.
• Parent Communication: Maintain regular communication with parents via informal discussions, progress reports, and parent-teacher conferences to support student growth.
• Compliance & Policies: Ensure all center policies and state regulations are consistently met.
• Classroom Environment: Maintain a healthy, safe, and secure classroom, ensuring hygiene and cleanliness standards are upheld.
• Staff Supervision: Supervise teacher assistants and classroom volunteers to ensure adherence to planned activities, hygiene, and safety protocols.
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate documentation, forms, and student records in compliance with center and state requirements.
• Professional Development: Pursue ongoing professional growth through a personal development plan to continually enhance teaching quality and classroom outcomes.

Pre-K Lead Teacher Requirements

• High school diploma required; Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience teaching preschool-aged children (3–5 years).
• Knowledge of child development and ability to create age-appropriate curriculum.
• Strong classroom management and leadership skills; experience mentoring teaching staff a plus.
• Excellent communication skills for interacting with children, parents, and colleagues.
• CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Energetic, patient, and passionate about fostering a safe and nurturing learning environment.
• Ability to participate in physical activities, lift and assist children, and handle classroom materials.
• Basic computer skills for documentation and parent communication

Nice-to-Have Qualifications:

• Experience with play-based or project-based learning approaches
• Knowledge of early literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional development
• Ability to integrate arts, music, and movement into daily lessons
• Familiarity with educational technology for young learners
• Strong classroom management and positive behavior guidance skills
• Creativity, flexibility, and high energy to engage children
• Excellent communication skills with both children and parents
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a teaching team
• Bilingual or multilingual abilities
• CPR and First Aid certification

1. Financial Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Paid time off (vacation, sick days, personal days)
• Holiday pay
• Retirement plan or 401(k) options

2. Health & Wellness

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Mental health support or EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

3. Professional Development

• Paid training and workshops
• Tuition reimbursement or support for continuing education
• Access to teaching resources and classroom materials

4. Work-Life Balance

• Flexible scheduling or limited evening/weekend work
• Paid holidays or school breaks

5. Staff Perks

• Childcare discounts (especially if center-based)
• Employee appreciation events
• Classroom supply stipend

6. Additional Benefits

• Supportive team environment
• Opportunities for career growth (lead teacher, curriculum coordinator, etc.)
• Recognition programs for outstanding teaching

Salary : $16 - $19