GA Pre-K Lead Teacher

Joyoflearningcenter; Gainesville (GA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off & Holidays

In-house training, professional dev.

Tuition Discounts

Job summary

Otter Learning in Georgia is seeking a GA Pre-K Lead Teacher to serve as the primary educator, ensuring high-quality instruction aligned with Georgia’s Pre-K program standards. You will design engaging activities and foster social-emotional growth to prepare children for kindergarten.

You will create lesson plans, maintain a safe classroom, support children’s development, and partner with parents while ensuring GA Pre-K compliance and collaboration with staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in ECE or equivalent.
• Must hold a valid Georgia Teaching Certificate.
• 1+ years of classroom experience.

Responsibilities

• Create and implement lesson plans aligned with state Pre-K guidelines and curriculum.
• Maintain a safe, nurturing, and stimulating classroom environment.
• Support the physical, emotional, and cognitive development of children.
• Partner with parents through consistent, open communication.
• Ensure compliance with GA Pre-K state requirements.
• Collaborate with Assistant Teachers, Directors, and staff to deliver excellence in care and education.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE) or equivalent

Job description

At Otter Learning, our mission is simple yet powerful: “Be Safe, Be Kind – Let’s Grow Together.” We believe education goes beyond the classroom and prepares children for life. With schools across Florida, South Carolina, Tennessee, Georgia, and Maryland—and more to come, we are looking for passionate educators to join us on this journey of growth.

We foster a collaborative culture where teachers are supported, developed, and given opportunities to grow into leadership roles as we expand our programs.

Role Overview

As a GA Pre-K Lead Teacher, you will serve as the primary educator in the classroom, ensuring high-quality instruction aligned with Georgia’s Pre-K program standards. You will design and lead engaging, developmentally appropriate activities that inspire a love of learning, foster social-emotional growth, and prepare children for kindergarten success.

You will also:

Create and implement lesson plans aligned with state Pre-K guidelines and curriculum.

Maintain a safe, nurturing, and stimulating classroom environment.

Support the physical, emotional, and cognitive development of children.

Partner with parents through consistent, open communication.

Ensure compliance with GA Pre-K state requirements.

Collaborate with Assistant Teachers, Directors, and staff to deliver excellence in care and education.

Our Promise to You

We value our teachers as much as we value the children in our care. That’s why we offer:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Voluntary Life, Short & Long-Term Disability, and more.

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off & Holidays

In-house training, professional development

• Tuition Discounts for your own children.

Requirements:

• Age: Must be 18 years or older

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE) or equivalent.

Certifications: Must hold a valid Georgia Teaching Certificate.

Experience: 1 + years of experience in a classroom setting.

Pay: Based on Region and your own education/experience in the Early Education field not the number of hours you work!

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