Lead Teacher

A Kids World; Covington (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

50% tuition discount

Bi-weekly pay with direct deposit

Bereavement leave and FMLA protection

Job summary

A Kid's World is seeking a Lead Teacher who loves working with young children and wants to grow with us in Georgia. You will plan daily lessons aligned with state standards, maintain a safe classroom, and communicate with families to build trust and involvement.

You will join a caring team, support your co-teacher, and ensure ongoing assessment/documentation. A genuine passion for children and the credentials listed help you qualify for this rewarding role.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Georgia childcare licensing options apply as listed.
• Pass a background check.
• Genuine passion for working with children.
• Enrollment path available to pursue credential.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead daily lessons based on the Georgia Early Learning and Development Standards.
• Create a safe, warm classroom environment with proper supervision at all times.
• Build real relationships with children and families through daily communication.
• Work as part of a classroom team and support your co-teacher.
• Keep required child assessment and classroom documentation up to date.

Education

CDA credential

Technical Certificate of Credit in Early Childhood Education/Child Development or related field

Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development or related field

Job description

Lead Teacher — A Kid's World

A Kid's World isn't just a job, it's a career in early childhood education. We're looking for a Lead Teacher who genuinely loves working with young children and wants to grow with us.

What you'll do

• Plan and lead daily lessons based on the Georgia Early Learning and Development Standards
• Create a safe, warm classroom environment and maintain proper supervision at all times
• Build real relationships with children and their families through daily communication
• Work as part of a classroom team and support your co-teacher
• Keep required child assessment and classroom documentation up to date

What you need

• At least 18 years old
• One of the following (Georgia childcare licensing requirement):
• CDA credential, or
• Technical Certificate of Credit in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field, or
• Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development, or
• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field
• (No credential yet but want to work toward one? Ask us about our enrollment path.)
• Able to pass a background checkA genuine passion for working with children

Why work with us

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, with AKW covering part of your premium, starting after 30 days
• Paid time off that grows the longer you're with us
• A 50% tuition discount if you enroll your own child at our center
• Bi-weekly pay with direct deposit
• Bereavement leave, FMLA protection, and other standard leave benefits
  

If you're ready to build a career, not just clock in and out, we'd love to meet you.