Lead Teacher- $1,000 Sign On Bonus- Must have CDA or Higher in ECE

About the role

Join a strong community where all we do is care—for the children and families we serve every day, as well as for our dedicated team members. As a Lead Teacher, you’ll create fun, interactive learning experiences while mentoring fellow Teachers, promote the social, physical, and intellectual growth of preschool children, take the lead on classroom management and curriculum implementation, and build sincere relationships with families to support each child’s achievement and your center’s success.

Responsibilities

• Develop fun, interactive learning experiences while mentoring fellow Teachers.
• Promote the social, physical, and intellectual growth of the preschool children in your class.
• Take the lead on classroom management and curriculum implementation, plus ensure compliance with all licensing guidelines and company standards.
• Build sincere relationships with enrolled and prospective families to promote achievement for the child and support your center’s success.

Requirements

• At least 18 years of age.
• Experience leading a classroom and creating educational lesson plans.
• Ability to meet state requirements for education and our childcare center requirements.
• Ability to work indoors or outdoors and engage in physical activity with children.

Benefits

• Minimum 50% childcare discount.
• Immediate access to benefits, including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, and FSA) for full-time employees; limited medical for part-time workers.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Education assistance including tuition reimbursement, certification, and credential assistance.
• Ongoing training and our unique Master Teacher Program.
• Paid sick leave for all employees in New York (48 hours upon hire and annually for full-time; accrued based on hours worked for part-time and temporary).
• Flexible schedules with no nights or weekends, ability to bring your children to work, and paid time off.
• Positive, fun workplace with employee appreciation initiatives.

Pay

• Lead Teacher: $20.26–$21.05 per hour.
• Lead Teacher with CDA or higher: $21.68–$22.53 per hour.
• Bi-weekly and daily pay options available.