Lead Preschool Teacher — Flexible Hours + Benefits

Learning Care Group; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 24,149 - 25,086; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount

Health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) with company match

Job summary

A childcare organization is seeking a passionate Lead Teacher in Phoenix, Arizona. This role involves developing engaging learning experiences, managing classroom dynamics, and fostering relationships with families. Candidates should have experience in classroom leadership, lesson planning, and be at least 18 years of age. Competitive compensation ranges from $17.53 to $18.21, along with benefits like childcare discounts and health insurance for full-time employees.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a classroom and creating educational lesson plans.
• Ability to meet state educational requirements for childcare.
• Physical capability to engage with children indoors and outdoors.

Responsibilities

• Develop fun, interactive learning experiences while mentoring fellow Teachers.
• Promote the social, physical, and intellectual growth of children in your class.
• Manage classroom and implement curriculum according to guidelines.
• Build relationships with families to support children's achievements.

Skills

Classroom leadership

Lesson planning

Physical engagement with children

Effective communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Early Childhood Education degree preferred

Job description

Join a strong community where all we do is care-for the children and families we serve every day, as well as for our dedicated team members. Our people are our best asset. We listen and we know what you're looking for:

• You want benefits. We support you with a minimum 50% childcare discount, immediate access to benefits, innovative health programs, 401(k) company match, and much more.
• You want balance. We offer flexible schedules that work for you, no nights or weekends, the ability to bring your children to work with you, and paid time off.
• You want opportunity. We invest in your future with ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, credential assistance, and our unique Master Teacher Program.
• You want recognition. We provide a positive, fun workplace where employees are appreciated.

This is more than just a daycare job. It’s a journey, where you learn, grow, thrive—and play—every day. Being a teacher at a child care center is something special. We’re hiring and we want difference makers who will inspire children to become lifelong learners.

As a Lead Teacher, you’ll:

• Create! Develop fun,interactive learning experiences while mentoring fellow Teachers.
• Care! Promote the social, physical, and intellectual growth of the preschool childreninyour class.
• Call the shots! Take the lead onclassroom managementand curriculum implementation,plusbe an expert on all licensing guidelines and company standards.
• Communicate! Build sincere relationships with enrolled and prospective families to promote achievement for the child and to support your center’s success.

Wewant energetic, dependable, passionate individualswhoare at least 18 andhave:

• Experience leading a classroom and creating educational lesson plans.
• The ability to meet state requirements for education and our childcare center requirements.
• The ability to work indoors or outdoors and engage in physical activity with children.

Compensation and Benefits

• Compensation based on Position, Education and Experience. Bi-weekly and Daily Pay options
  • Lead Teacher- $17.53-$18.21
• Health insurance (medical, dental, vision, and FSA) provided for full-time employees, Limited medical offered for part-time workers
• Education assistance including tuition reimbursement and certification, 401K (plus company match), life and disability insurance and child care discount available to all employees
• Monday through Friday work week.

Learning Care is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against an employee or applicant based on race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.