What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Teacher position at Lighthouse Child Development Center?
Job Overview
We are seeking an energetic genuinely joyful and dedicated Lead Teacher to inspire and guide young learners in a dynamic educational environment. As a Lead Teacher, you will play a pivotal role in fostering a nurturing, inclusive, and stimulating classroom atmosphere that promotes early childhood development and literacy. Your leadership will ensure the delivery of high-quality instruction tailored to diverse student needs, including children with developmental disabilities and those requiring specialized support. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children's lives while collaborating closely with families, staff, and specialists to create an enriching learning experience. If you have an infectious positive attitude, boundless patience wrapped in enthusiasm, and a heart that celebrates every tiny milestone, we want you!
Duties
- Lead daily classroom activities, ensuring a safe, engaging, and supportive environment for children of various ages, including toddlers and preschoolers.
- Develop and implement comprehensive lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards, incorporating innovative learning technology and Montessori methods where appropriate.
- Manage classroom behavior through positive behavior management strategies, promoting social-emotional skills and respectful interactions among students.
- Hands-on experience using learning technology tools to enhance classroom instruction and student engagement.
- Strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with colleagues, families, therapists, and community partners.
- Knowledge of childhood development principles across various age groups including toddlers and preschoolers.
- Create a warm, inclusive, and nurturing classroom environment where every child feels safe, valued, and excited to come to school.
- Join us as a Lead Teacher to shape the future by inspiring young minds! We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where every child can thrive through innovative teaching practices and compassionate care. This paid position offers the chance to make a lasting difference while advancing your career in early childhood education!
Qualifications & Requirements
- At least 1–2 years of experience working with children ages infants–4 (student teaching counts!).
- Current CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
- Clear background check and health screening.
The Attitude We’re Looking For (This is the most important part!)
- Radiantly positive and optimistic — you’re the person who finds the silver lining on rainy indoor recess days.
- Endless patience paired with authentic enthusiasm; you celebrate small victories like they’re Olympic gold medals.
- Warm, approachable, and genuinely affectionate — hugs, high-fives, and encouraging words are your love language.
- Flexible and resilient — you laugh off spilled paint and turn tears into giggles.
- A natural encourager who believes every child is capable, unique, and absolutely wonderful.
To apply, please send your resume and a cover letter telling us why you love this age (and maybe your favorite children’s book or silly song!) to lighthousedirector1313@gmail.com. We’re excited to find our next ray of sunshine!
- Team player with a sunny disposition; you lift others up and bring positive energy to staff meetings and planning sessions.
- You smile early in the morning and still have joy to spare by nap time.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $10.00 - $12.00 per hour
Expected hours: 15 – 40 per week
Work Location: In person
Salary : $10 - $12