Lead Preschool Teacher: Growth, Benefits & Impact

Apple Tree Kids; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation and sick time

Professional development and training

Career growth opportunities

Team-focused environment

Curriculum coaching

Job summary

Apple Tree Learning Center in Virginia is seeking a Lead Preschool Teacher to join our caring team. You will guide early childhood education and oversee activities that promote development across social, cognitive, language, and physical domains.

We value passionate, dependable educators who can maintain a safe classroom, collaborate with staff, and communicate effectively with families. Comprehensive benefits and ongoing professional development are available.

Qualifications

• Passionate about early childhood education and child development.
• Experience in childcare center, preschool, or related program is preferred.
• Ability to plan developmentally appropriate activities and assessments.
• Strong communication with families and staff.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, nurturing, and engaging classroom environment.
• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate lesson plans.
• Provide hands-on learning through play, art, music, and literacy.
• Support social-emotional development and positive behavior.
• Maintain classroom records and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with Virginia childcare licensing requirements.
• Communicate regularly with parents and families.
• Supervise children and maintain appropriate safety ratios.

Skills

Early childhood education

Child development

Communication

Team player

Classroom leadership

Professional development

Education

CDA

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Early Childhood Education coursework

Job description

Apple Tree Learning Center in Virginia is seeking a Lead Preschool Teacher to join our caring team. You will guide early childhood education and oversee activities that promote development across social, cognitive, language, and physical domains.

We value passionate, dependable educators who can maintain a safe classroom, collaborate with staff, and communicate effectively with families. Comprehensive benefits and ongoing professional development are available.