Day Care Lead Teacher for CVlearns

Southwest Learning Centers; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Free childcare

Flexible scheduling

Growth opportunities

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Southwest Learning Centers and Children’s Village of Orchards are seeking a Lead Teacher to create nurturing classrooms, plan engaging activities, and foster positive relationships with children and families.

The role requires meeting Washington licensing requirements (or willingness to obtain), CPR/First Aid preferred, and a reliable, collaborative team player. Competitive pay and flexible scheduling are offered.

Qualifications

• Leadership and classroom management skills.
• Ability to plan weekly lessons and communicate with families.

Responsibilities

• Plan weekly lesson plans.
• Write monthly newsletter articles.
• Attend Lead Teacher meetings.
• Maintain required credentials and training.
• Supervise and guide classroom staff.
• Manage classroom operations (laundry, activities, sanitization).
• Meet licensing requirements for the classroom and center.
• Model professional conduct for the team.
• Record USDA meal counts and attendance.
• Report on child behavior and incidents.
• Maintain parent relations and notifications.
• Ensure safety supervision.

Skills

Strong communication

Punctuality

Team collaboration

Reliability

Job description

We’re proud to announce that Children’s Village of Orchards is now part of the SWLearns familysharing a commitment to providing exceptional early childhood education through nurturing relationships, engaging learning experiences, and a child-centered approach.

Together, we strive to create environments where children feel safe, respected, and inspired to become confident learners. Our shared mission is to partner with families in building strong educational foundations that support lifelong growth and success.

Be part of our team and lead a nurturing classroom environment where children are encouraged to explore, learn, and develop. The Lead Teacher is responsible for planning and supporting age-appropriate learning experiences while building positive relationships with children, families, and fellow educators.

Responsibilities:

• Weekly Lesson Plans

• Monthly Newsletter Article

• Attendance at Lead Teacher Meetings

• Maintain credentials and training to that of a Lead as specified by Licensing Requirements and that of CVLearns Policy

• Training and guidance of subordinate staff (i.e., Class Assistants and Support Staff)

• Classroom operations (laundry, activities, sanitization)

• Meeting WAC Minimum licensing requirements for your classroom and the center

• Setting example as role models to other team members

• USDA Meal Counts

• Classroom Attendance and Reporting (knowing counts at all times)

• Child Behavior Guidance and Reporting

• Parent relations and notification

• Injury/Incident Reporting

• Safety Supervision

• Genuine passion for working with young children

• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team

• Reliable, punctual, and flexible

• Strong communication skills

• Must meet Washington State childcare licensing requirements (or be willing to obtain)

• CPR/First Aid certification preferred (or willingness to obtain)

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay: $18.00 – $22.00 per hour
• Free Childcare (subject to availability)
• Full-time and part-time scheduling options
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunity for growth within the program