Lead Classroom Teacher & Mentor — Early Childhood

Kids Inn Child Care Center; Southlake (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Kids Inn Child Care Center in Southlake, TX is seeking a dedicated Lead Teacher to guide our classroom, mentor staff, and ensure smooth center operations. You will lead daily activities, implement age-appropriate curricula, and support families in understanding student progress.

The ideal candidate has a CDA credential or ECE degree, experience as a lead teacher, and strong leadership and communication skills to collaborate with staff and families. This role is full-time and on-site.

Qualifications

• Must be CPR and First Aid certified (training can be suggested)
• Must pass background check and FBI fingerprinting
• Lead teacher or early childhood education experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead daily classroom activities and routines
• Plan and implement age-appropriate curriculum
• Support and mentor assistant teachers
• Maintain a safe, clean, welcoming environment
• Communicate with families about student progress
• Assist with classroom coverage in director’s absence
• Follow licensing requirements and center policies
• Help ensure proper documentation and compliance
• Check children in and out
• Handle communication with parents on-site and on the phone

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

CDA credential

Early Childhood Education degree

Education equivalency

Job description

Kids Inn Child Care Center in Southlake, TX is seeking a dedicated Lead Teacher to guide our classroom, mentor staff, and ensure smooth center operations. You will lead daily activities, implement age-appropriate curricula, and support families in understanding student progress.

The ideal candidate has a CDA credential or ECE degree, experience as a lead teacher, and strong leadership and communication skills to collaborate with staff and families. This role is full-time and on-site.