Lead Preschool Teacher - On-Site, Great Benefits

Early Connections Learning Centers; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 31,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical insurance – employer pays up 6

Dental and Vision insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Early Connections Learning Centers in Colorado Springs is seeking a Lead Teacher to shape each child’s early learning experience through intentional teaching, creativity, and compassion.

You will lead classroom planning, implement developmentally appropriate activities, and collaborate with families to meet each child’s needs. This full-time, non-exempt role requires working 40 hours weekly, with 8- or 10-hour shifts, and may include evenings or weekends.

Qualifications

• Minimum Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development; 24+ ECE credits required for Head Start classrooms.
• Documented experience teaching in the Early Childhood Education field with children birth to age six.
• Pass federal/state background checks, pre-employment screening, and credentials verification.

Responsibilities

• Create a joyful, engaging classroom and implement meaningful learning experiences across developmental domains.
• Model excellence in early education using play-based curriculum aligned with standards.
• Ensure a safe, healthy environment meeting licensing and accreditation standards.
• Lead with partnership; guide routines and build teamwork with Co-Teachers.
• Foster strong relationships with families through weekly communication and conferences.

Skills

Associate’s Degree in ECE

Bachelor’s in unrelated field with ECE

Education

Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development

Bachelor’s Degree in an unrelated field plus >6 ECE credits and 9 months classroom experience

Job description

Early Connections Learning Centers in Colorado Springs is seeking a Lead Teacher to shape each child’s early learning experience through intentional teaching, creativity, and compassion.

You will lead classroom planning, implement developmentally appropriate activities, and collaborate with families to meet each child’s needs. This full-time, non-exempt role requires working 40 hours weekly, with 8- or 10-hour shifts, and may include evenings or weekends.