Lead Teacher

Learning Care Group; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% childcare discount

Immediate access to benefits

401(k) company match

Paid time off

Ongoing training and tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Learning Care Group in Lexington, KY is seeking a passionate Lead Teacher to create engaging learning experiences for preschool children. This role includes classroom management and curriculum implementation, alongside building relationships with families.

Ideal candidates will be energetic and dependable, with the ability to lead classrooms and meet state requirements. The position offers flexible schedules, childcare discounts, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years old with experience leading a classroom.
• Ability to create educational lesson plans.
• Able to meet state education requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop fun, interactive learning experiences while mentoring fellow Teachers.
• Promote the social, physical, and intellectual growth of preschool children.
• Manage classroom effectively and implement curriculum.

Skills

Classroom management

Curriculum development

Educational lesson planning

Engagement with children

Education

State requirements for education

Experience in leading a classroom

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.

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.