Lead Preschool Teacher: Tesson Ferry Rd

La Petite Academy; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

La Petite Academy is looking for a passionate Lead Preschool Teacher at the Tesson Ferry Rd location. This role involves creating engaging classrooms, supporting children's development, and mentoring fellow teachers. Enjoy a positive work environment with benefits like childcare discounts, flexible scheduling, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

50% childcare discount

Immediate access to benefits

Health programs

401(k) match

Flexible schedules

Paid time off

Ongoing training

Tuition reimbursement

Master Teacher Program

Qualifications

• Experience leading a classroom and developing lesson plans.
• Ability to meet state and center education requirements.
• Willingness to work indoors or outdoors and engage in physical activities with children.

Responsibilities

• Create engaging, fun, and interactive learning experiences.
• Support the social, physical, and intellectual development of preschool children.
• Lead classroom management and curriculum implementation.

Skills

Classroom leadership

Lesson planning

Engagement with children

Mentorship

Education

State and center education requirements

Job description

Join to apply for the Lead Preschool Teacher: Tesson Ferry Rd role at La Petite Academy

We are hiring a Lead Preschool Teacher at our Tesson Ferry Rd location. Join a strong community dedicated to caring for children, families, and our team members. We value our staff and offer:

• Benefits including a minimum 50% childcare discount, immediate access to benefits, health programs, 401(k) match, and more.
• Work-life balance with flexible schedules, no nights or weekends, and paid time off.
• Opportunities for growth through ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, and our Master Teacher Program.
• A positive, appreciative workplace environment.

This role is more than a daycare job; it's a journey of learning, growth, and play. We seek passionate individuals who can inspire children to become lifelong learners.

As a Lead Teacher, you will:

• Create engaging, fun, and interactive learning experiences while mentoring fellow teachers.
• Support the social, physical, and intellectual development of preschool children.
• Lead classroom management and curriculum implementation, ensuring compliance with licensing guidelines and standards.
• Build genuine relationships with families to promote child achievement and center success.

Qualifications include:

• Experience leading a classroom and developing lesson plans.
• Ability to meet state and center education requirements.
• Willingness to work indoors or outdoors and engage in physical activities with children.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

Details:

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Education and Training
• Industry: Child Day Care Services