Lead Teacher, AppleTree Cascade

Learning Care Group; Grand Rapids Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% childcare discount

Immediate access to benefits

401(k) company match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A child care organization in Grand Rapids Charter Township is seeking a passionate Lead Teacher to develop engaging learning experiences for preschool children. The ideal candidate will manage classroom activities and foster relationships with families. This position offers flexible schedules, a supportive community, and opportunities for growth and recognition.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Experience leading a classroom is required.
• Ability to meet state education requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop fun, interactive learning experiences.
• Promote the growth of preschool children.
• Manage classroom and curriculum implementation.
• Build relationships with families.

Skills

Experience leading a classroom

Creating educational lesson plans

Ability to meet state requirements

Engaging in physical activity with children

Job description

Overview

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.

Lead Teacher responsibilities

• 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.

Equal Opportunity

Learning Care Group 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.