Lead Teacher Childcare/GS

About The Learning Lamp

You have a purpose and so should your job. Our children are the future of our community, and their care and education will directly impact their growth, development, and success. We believe success in the classroom is the foundation for success in life – and that no child should go without the opportunity to reach their full potential.

What are the hours like?

• Monday through Friday, either:
• 7:30am - 3:30pm
• 8:00am - 4:00pm
• 10:00am - 6:00pm

What do we offer?

• Pay Ranges started at $17.00 per hour, based on experience
• Mental Health Days
• Holiday Pay
• Vacation Pay (Up to two weeks)
• Birthday Pay
• Paid Professional Development Training
• Flexible and Easy Days Off Request
• Health Benefits (Optional)
• Bonuses
• "Meal Time Meetings" (meaning monthly meetings may be held at a restaurant)
• Positive Work environment
• Supportive Team
• Family Culture
• Tenured Staff
• Relaxed Summer

Duties and Responsibilities

• Plan and implement engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons aligned with curriculum and early learning standards.
• Foster a positive, nurturing classroom environment that supports children's learning, growth, and safety.
• Observe, assess, and document children's developmental progress and communicate outcomes with families.
• Conduct developmental screenings, parent conferences, and maintain accurate child records and portfolios.
• Provide active supervision and maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming classroom environment.
• Coach, mentor, and support Assistant Teachers through modeling, feedback, and professional development.
• Build positive relationships with families through regular communication, classroom updates, and family engagement activities.
• Collaborate with staff to support children's educational, social, emotional, and nutritional needs.
• Maintain compliance with program standards, licensing regulations, training requirements, and organizational policies.
• Participate in staff meetings, professional development, and ongoing quality improvement initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum: CDA credential + 3 years of experience AND actively enrolled in an AA/BA program in ECE (for non-Head Start, non-PHLPreK classrooms).
• AA in ECE or related field + 2 years experience; willing to enroll in BA program within 1 year of hire.
• BA in ECE or related field + 1 year of experience.
• All Head Start Lead Teachers: BA in ECE required. All PHLPreK Lead Teachers: AA in ECE minimum.
• Strong knowledge of Creative Curriculum, PA Early Learning Standards, DHS regulations, Keystone STARS 3/4, and ITERS/ECERS.
• Demonstrated ability to coach, lead, and collaborate with a teaching team.
• Active PD Registry profile. Current clearances, health appraisal (every 2 years), CPR/First Aid (every 2 years), and Mandated Reporter training.