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Childcare Lead Teacher ($500 Sign On Bonus)

Premier Early Childhood Education Partners
Portland, ME Full Time
POSTED ON 8/25/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/23/2026
Description

NOW OFFERING$500 Sign On Bonus!

Full-time ONLY - Paid out in two halves after 30 and90 daysofemployment

Little Hands Daycareis a licensed childcare center seeking LeadTeachers!

Age groups: Infant and Preschool

To be QUALIFIED for this position, we require a high school diploma OR GED, one year of classroom experience, and ability to pass all background checks. CDA or AA highly preferred!

Required Shift: Monday - Friday,8:30am-5:30pm

Compensation: $17.50-$19.50 per hour, based on education and experience

We are a family-oriented, close-knit organization and we have a lot to offer our next team member including:

  • Competitive Pay
  • Paid Trainings, including Enhanced Career and Professional Development
  • Generous Benefits Package, including Dental, Medical, and Vision Insurance
  • 401k with Match
  • Discounts for Childcare
  • Fun and Positive Place to Work
  • Open Door Policy
  • Shirts and Swag - we love to show appreciation for our teachers!

Our Hiring Process:

  • Resume screen
  • Phone screen with recruiter (30 minutes)
  • On-site interview with Center Director (30-60 minutes)
  • Q&A
  • Classroom observation
  • Offer

Main Job Responsibilities:

  • Prepare lesson plans that are developmentally appropriate one week in advance using current curriculum guides.
  • Implement lesson plans/curriculum on a weekly basis covering all areas of child development and carry out lesson plans according to classroom schedule/daily routine; Use our parent communication app efficiently.
  • Establish a professional level of rapport with each family to provide quality care for the children.
  • Responsible for the safety and well-being of each child, responding to their emotional needs; and maintaining an organized, clean, safe, and appropriately decorated classroom.
  • Maintain a child assessment and portfolio for each child, as well as conduct biannual parent/teacher conferences during the month of November and May.
  • Physical ability to work around small children including sitting, standing, walking, running, and climbing stairs.
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs. and fulfill all physical requirements of the role.
  • Carry out the daily responsibilities of the classroom relating to the care of the children.

If you have a positive attitude, love working with children and desire to work in a fun and professional environment, we encourage you to apply today!

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace and celebrate diversity and inclusivity. We do not tolerate any kind of discrimination in our hiring processes against any groups protected by federal, state, or local law.

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