Lead Teacher

About the role

At Peace of Mind, we foster a nurturing, creative environment where children thrive. We’re looking for passionate Teachers to inspire young learners, ensure classroom excellence, and make a meaningful impact every day.

Responsibilities

• Inspire Learning: Plan and implement engaging, hands-on activities in art, music, literature, science, and more, fostering cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development.
• Create a Safe Space: Supervise all activities, maintain clean and organized classrooms, and ensure safety protocols are always followed.
• Connect with Families: Share updates, observations, and evidence of learning using tools like our Kindertales app. Conduct bi-annual parent conferences and address family concerns positively.
• Promote Growth: Observe, document, and celebrate each child’s development while tailoring lessons to individual needs, interests, and learning styles.
• Uphold Compliance: Follow state licensing standards, conduct emergency drills, and complete necessary paperwork, including incident reports and daily logs.
• Lead the Team: Mentor classroom assistants, maintain classroom procedures, and collaborate with the leadership team on continuous improvements.
• Foster Community: Create positive relationships with parents, colleagues, and children to support a warm, inclusive learning environment.

Requirements

• Education & Experience: High School Diploma/GED +; CDA or higher preferred; Refer to state requirements for lead or assistant teacher qualifications.
• Certifications: CPR, First Aid (or willingness to obtain). A Child Development Associate (CDA) credential is a plus.

Skills

• Strong understanding of child development and classroom management.
• Creativity and flexibility to adapt lessons for diverse learners.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage families and team members.
• Ability to organize and prioritize tasks in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off (including 10 paid holidays)
• Training & development
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Competitive salary
• Paid training sessions
• Positive work-life balance

Pay

Compensation: $18.00 - $21.00 per hour

Schedule

Consistent weekday schedules with paid training days; flexible schedule options available.