Lead Pre-K Teacher — First Class, Playful Learning

KINDERKIDS LEARNING CENTER INC; Daphne (AL); On-site; USD 44,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Employee discounts

Paid time off

Job summary

KinderKids Learning Center in Daphne, AL is hiring a Full-time Lead Teacher for a First Class Pre-K classroom on a 10-month schedule (Aug–May). The position involves teaching a class of up to 18 four-year-olds, planning play-based lessons aligned with Alabama standards, and collaborating with a coach for ongoing development.

Requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a related field, background clearance, and ADECE credential approval.

Qualifications

• Must hold a bachelor's degree or higher in one of the listed education fields.
• Pass a background check, including CAN clearance and fingerprinting.
• Credentials must be approved by the ADECE Office of School Readiness before hire.

Responsibilities

• Plan weekly lessons using ASELD and TS GOLD with hands-on learning, read-alouds, small groups, and outdoor play.
• Document children's progress daily in TS GOLD and conduct family conferences twice a year.
• Build strong relationships with families through orientation, regular communication, and engagement activities.
• Maintain a safe, organized, child-centered classroom that meets ADECE and DHR standards.
• Complete 30 hours of professional development each year, most provided through the program.

Education

Early Childhood Education

Human Environmental Science (ECE)

Special/Elementary Ed with ECD credits

Job description

KinderKids Learning Center in Daphne, AL is hiring a Full-time Lead Teacher for a First Class Pre-K classroom on a 10-month schedule (Aug–May). The position involves teaching a class of up to 18 four-year-olds, planning play-based lessons aligned with Alabama standards, and collaborating with a coach for ongoing development.

Requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a related field, background clearance, and ADECE credential approval.