Lead Teacher

Child Development Schools; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life

Short- and long-term disability

401(k)

9 company-paid holidays

8 days of PTO

Tuition discount for CDS children

Up to $5,250 annual tuition reimburse

PerkSpot discounts

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Coaching and professional development

Job summary

Child Development Schools in Little Rock, AR is seeking a Lead Teacher who will guide children through discovery, creativity, learning, and growth in a warm, welcoming classroom. You’ll plan engaging activities, model kindness, and foster curiosity, confidence, and safety every day.

As part of a collaborative teaching team, you’ll observe development, document progress for families, maintain licensing ratios, and support ongoing professional development while enjoying benefits such as medical

Qualifications

• Experience planning age-appropriate lessons for early childhood
• Strong classroom management and organization
• Ability to observe, document, and communicate child progress

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver age-appropriate lessons and activities for the classroom
• Keep the classroom safe, organized, and compliant with licensing and ratio requirements
• Observe and document each child’s development and share progress with families regularly
• Build relationships with parents through daily communication and scheduled conferences
• Complete required documentation including attendance, incident reports, and assessments

Job description

Your role

As a Lead Teacher at Child Development Schools, you will help create a environment filled with discovery, creativity, learning, and joy. Each day, you will guide children through meaningful experiences that encourage curiosity, confidence, kindness, and growth. From hands‑on activities and storytelling to everyday learning moments, you will shape a warm and welcoming environment where children feel safe, supported, and excited to explore the world around them.

You will serve as a trusted partner to families, a positive role model for children, and an important part of our collaborative teaching team dedicated to making early childhood education engaging, nurturing, safe, and fun.

What Your Day Looks Like

• Plan and deliver age‑appropriate lessons and activities for the classroom
• Keep the classroom safe, organized, and compliant with licensing and ratio requirements
• Observe and document each child’s development and share progress with families regularly
• Build relationships with parents through daily communication and scheduled conferences
• Complete required documentation including attendance, incident reports, and assessments

Pay And Benefits

Pay: $13.00-$14.00 per hour, based on experience and education.

Full-time Employees Receive

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short‑and‑long‑term disability
• 401(k)
• 9 company‑paid holidays and 8 days of PTO
• 50% tuition discount for your own children enrolled at a CDS center
• Up to $5,250 in annual tuition reimbursement for continued education
• Access to PerkSpot for discounts on major brands and services
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - offers professional and confidential services to help you and your loved ones quality of life.
• Coaching, mentoring, and ongoing professional development