Lead Teacher - La Petite Academy, Coloma Rd.

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, promote the social, physical, and intellectual growth of preschool children, lead classroom management and curriculum implementation, and build relationships with families to support your center’s success.

Responsibilities

• Develop fun, interactive learning experiences while mentoring fellow Teachers.
• Promote the social, physical, and intellectual growth of preschool children in your class.
• Take the lead on classroom management and curriculum implementation, ensuring compliance with all licensing guidelines and company standards.
• Build sincere relationships with enrolled and prospective families to promote child achievement and center 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.
• Ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, credential assistance, and exclusive Master Teacher Program to enhance skills and increase pay.
• Flexible schedules with no nights or weekends, ability to bring your children to work, and paid time off.
• Education assistance, including tuition reimbursement and ECE Credits (worth college credit toward an Early Childhood degree).
• Bi-weekly and daily pay options.

Pay

Lead Teacher: $19.56–$20.32 per hour, based on position, education, and experience.

Schedule

Monday through Friday work week.