Preschool Center Lead Teacher - Children's Courtyard, Cuyamaca St.

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. Our people are our best asset. We listen and we know what you're looking for: You want benefits. We support you with a minimum 50% childcare discount, immediate access to benefits, innovative health programs, 401(k) company match, and much more. You want balance. We offer flexible schedules that work for you, no nights or weekends, the ability to bring your children to work with you, and paid time off. You want opportunity. We invest in your future with ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, credential assistance, and our unique Master Teacher Program. You want recognition. We provide a positive, fun workplace where employees are appreciated. This is more than just a daycare job. It's a journey, where you learn, grow, thrive—and play—every day. Being a teacher at a child care center is something special. We're hiring and we want difference makers who will inspire children to become lifelong learners.

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 be an expert on all licensing guidelines and company standards.
• Build sincere relationships with enrolled and prospective families to promote achievement for the child and to support your center's success.

Qualifications

• 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.

Compensation

Compensation based on Position, Education and Experience. Bi-weekly and Daily Pay options. Lead Teacher: $21.07-$21.89.

Benefits

• Health insurance (medical, dental, vision, and FSA) provided for full-time employees; Limited medical offered for part-time workers.
• Education assistance including tuition reimbursement and certification.
• 401K (plus company match), life and disability insurance.
• Child care discount available to all employees.
• Ongoing training and development.
• Exclusive Master Teacher program to enhance your skills—and increase your pay.
• Assistance with ECE Credits (worth college credit toward an Early Childhood degree).

Schedule

Monday through Friday work week. No nights or weekends.