Early Childhood Lead Teacher — Inspire & Grow

Child Development Schools, Inc.; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k)

9 holidays + 8 days PTO

Tuition discount for CDS children

Annual tuition reimbursement

PerkSpot discounts

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Coaching and professional development

Job summary

Child Development Schools, Inc. is seeking a Lead Teacher in Tempe to guide a classroom through discovery, creativity, and growth.

You will create a warm, welcoming environment that supports curiosity and confidence, while serving as a trusted partner to families as part of a collaborative teaching team. Responsibilities include planning age-appropriate lessons, maintaining safe and compliant classrooms, documenting child development, and communicating with families through conferences and daily

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Completion of 12 hours of childcare training within 30 days of hire.
• Genuine care for children and a commitment to their safety and well-being.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships with families.
• Physical ability to meet the demands of working with young children.
• A degree or coursework in Early Childhood Education and prior experience in a licensed childcare center are a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver age-appropriate lessons and activities for the appropriate classroom.
• Keep the classroom safe, organized, and compliant with licensing and ratio requirements.
• Observe and document each child's development and share progress with families regularly.
• Build relationships with parents through daily communication and scheduled conferences.
• Complete required documentation including attendance, incident reports, and assessments.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Early Childhood Education coursework (bonus)

Job description

Child Development Schools, Inc. is seeking a Lead Teacher in Tempe to guide a classroom through discovery, creativity, and growth.

You will create a warm, welcoming environment that supports curiosity and confidence, while serving as a trusted partner to families as part of a collaborative teaching team. Responsibilities include planning age-appropriate lessons, maintaining safe and compliant classrooms, documenting child development, and communicating with families through conferences and daily