Early Head Start Lead Teacher — Inspire & Lead Class

Learning Care Group; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount

Health benefits

401(k) company match

Paid time off

Flexible schedules

Bring your children to work

Job summary

Learning Care Group's Early Head Start program is seeking a Lead Teacher to plan, assess, and instruct based on each child’s needs, preparing them for Kindergarten and beyond. You’ll create engaging learning experiences and mentor fellow teachers while ensuring classroom management aligns with licensing guidelines and Head Start requirements.

You will build strong relationships with families, promote child achievement, and contribute to a positive, supportive center environment.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree or higher in Early Childhood Education or CDA in Infant/Toddler.
• Experience leading a classroom and creating educational lesson plans.
• Ability to meet state requirements for education and childcare center requirements.
• Ability to work indoors or outdoors and engage in physical activity with children.

Responsibilities

• Plan, assess and instruct based on the needs of each child and the program requirements.
• Create fun, interactive learning experiences while mentoring fellow Teachers.
• Lead classroom management and curriculum implementation, and be an expert on licensing guidelines, company standards and Head Start program requirements.
• Communicate and build relationships with enrolled and prospective families to support child achievement and center success.

Skills

Experience in classroom leadership

Lesson plan development

Childcare activity planning

Education

Associate’s Degree or higher in Early Childhood Education

CDA in Infant/Toddler

Job description

Learning Care Group's Early Head Start program is seeking a Lead Teacher to plan, assess, and instruct based on each child’s needs, preparing them for Kindergarten and beyond. You’ll create engaging learning experiences and mentor fellow teachers while ensuring classroom management aligns with licensing guidelines and Head Start requirements.

You will build strong relationships with families, promote child achievement, and contribute to a positive, supportive center environment.