Lead Teacher & Bus Driver - Nurture Curious Minds

Child Development Schools; Apache Junction (AZ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life + short/

401(k)

9 company-paid holidays

8 days PTO

Tuition discount 50% for your children

Annual tuition reimbursement up to 525

PerkSpot discounts

EAP

Coaching and professional development

Job summary

Child Development Schools seeks a Lead Teacher to create a classroom filled with discovery, creativity, learning, and joy. You will guide children through meaningful experiences that encourage curiosity, confidence, kindness, and growth, while partnering with families in a supportive, collaborative environment.

The role includes planning age-appropriate lessons, driving the bus, maintaining safety and licensing compliance, documenting progress, and communicating with parents.

Qualifications

• Requires strong communication and ability to build relationships with families.
• Background check is mandatory.
• High school diploma or GED required, ECE coursework a plus.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver age-appropriate lessons for Infants, 2s, 3s, or Pre-K.
• Drive the bus as part of daily responsibilities.
• Maintain classroom safety and licensing/ratio compliance.
• Observe and document child development; share progress with families.

Skills

Communication

Relationship building

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Early Childhood Education coursework

Job description

Child Development Schools seeks a Lead Teacher to create a classroom filled with discovery, creativity, learning, and joy. You will guide children through meaningful experiences that encourage curiosity, confidence, kindness, and growth, while partnering with families in a supportive, collaborative environment.

The role includes planning age-appropriate lessons, driving the bus, maintaining safety and licensing compliance, documenting progress, and communicating with parents.