Lead Preschool Teacher

Lead Preschool Teacher

About This Role

Join Starlight Academy LLC- Oregon, WI in Oregon, WI as a Lead Preschool Teacher working with Preschool (3–5). The role calls for completed early childhood education college credits and offers $19 – $22/Hr to qualified childcare professionals.

At Starlight Academy

We believe childhood should be filled with wonder, connection, exploration, and meaningful learning experiences. Our small, nature-inspired center serves just 33 children throughout the entire building, allowing us to create strong relationships, maintain small class sizes, and provide a warm, supportive environment for both children and teachers.

What You'll Do

- Partner with the lead teacher to plan and implement engaging, developmentally appropriate activities for children ages 2–3 - Help lead daily classroom routines including circle time, small groups, outdoor play, transitions, and hands-on learning experiences - Support children’s social-emotional growth by creating a nurturing, positive, and responsive classroom environment - Collaborate with teaching staff to maintain consistent routines, classroom organization, and curriculum goals - Assist with lesson preparation, classroom setup, and material organization throughout the week - Maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming learning environment while following center policies and licensing regulations - Build positive relationships with children, families, and fellow staff members through teamwork and communication - Participate in daily classroom responsibilities including meal support, nap routines, end-of-day organization, and light cleaning tasks

Requirements

- Must be at least 18 years old - Experience working with young children in a childcare, preschool, or group setting preferred - Ability to actively engage, supervise, and support children in a safe and nurturing environment - Strong communication, collaboration, and teamwork skills - Dependable, professional, and able to adapt in a fast-paced classroom setting - Passion for early childhood education and creating positive learning experiences for children - Ability to follow classroom routines, center policies, and licensing regulations - Physically able to stand, bend, sit on the floor, and lift up to 30 pounds as needed throughout the day

Nice to Have

- Previous experience working in childcare, preschool, or early childhood education settings - CPR, First Aid, and AED certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire) - Familiarity with play-based, child-led, or nature-inspired learning approaches - Experience supporting toddlers or early preschool-aged children in a classroom environment - Knowledge of child development and age-appropriate classroom practices - Strong classroom collaboration and positive behavior guidance skills - Coursework or certifications in Early Childhood Education preferred

Benefits

- Common Questions - What ECE credentials are required for this position? This role requires some ECE Credits. - What does this position pay? This Lead Preschool Teacher role pays $19 to $22/Hr. - Is this full-time or part-time? This job is Full Time. - Where is Starlight Academy LLC- Oregon, WI located? Starlight Academy LLC- Oregon, WI is located at 537 North Main Street, Oregon, WI