Children's Learning Place is looking for an energetic, nurturing, and passionate Lead Teacher to join our exceptional early childhood team! If you love creating meaningful learning experiences, building strong relationships with children and families, and helping young learners discover the world around them, we want to meet you.
This is more than a teaching position—it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact during the most important years of a child's development. From cuddling infants and celebrating first milestones to preparing preschoolers for kindergarten success, you'll help shape the future one child at a time.
Why You'll Love Working With Us:
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
- Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
- A center culture focused on learning, creativity, and fun
- The chance to make a meaningful difference in children's lives every day
- Leadership that values your ideas, talents, and dedication
What You'll Do:
- Create a warm, safe, and engaging classroom environment where children feel loved, valued, and encouraged to learn.
- Plan and implement age-appropriate lessons and activities that promote social, emotional, cognitive, physical, and language development.
- Build strong partnerships with families through open communication and collaboration.
- Lead by example, fostering a positive classroom culture and supporting assistant teachers and team members.
- Encourage creativity, curiosity, exploration, and a lifelong love of learning.
- Observe and document children's progress while supporting individual developmental needs.
- Maintain classroom organization and ensure compliance with licensing and safety standards.
We're Looking For Someone Who:
✔ Has a passion for working with infants
✔ Brings positive energy, patience, creativity, and enthusiasm to the classroom
✔ Demonstrates strong leadership and classroom management skills
✔ Understands child development and developmentally appropriate practices
✔ Enjoys collaborating with families and fellow educators
✔ Is committed to helping children learn, grow, and thrive
Qualifications:
- Early Childhood Education coursework, CDA, Associate's Degree, or Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field preferred
- Experience working with infants, toddlers, preschoolers, or Pre-K children
- Knowledge of child development and early learning best practices
- Ability to meet state licensing requirements
- CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain
Benefits:
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Paid Holidays, Sick Time , PTO and Vacation Time
- Short & Long-Term Disability
- Life Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
Bonus:
Applicants with a college degree may receive:
- $500 after 30 days
- $500 after 6 months
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.50 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Education:
Experience:
- Early childhood education: 1 year (Required)
Language:
License/Certification:
Work Location: In person
