Lead Teacher - Childcare with Benefits & Growth

Premier Early Childhood Education Partners; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Paid Trainings

Dental, Medical, and Vision Insurance

401k with Match

Discounts for Childcare

Fun and Positive Place to Work

Open Door Policy

Shirts and Swag

Job summary

Kids N Fitness South in Decatur is seeking a Lead Teacher to support infant care with developmentally appropriate lesson planning and day-to-day activities. You will establish a positive rapport with families and ensure a safe, clean learning environment.

The role requires a CDA or 6 ECE college credits and the ability to pass background checks; lead-teacher experience is a plus. Shift is Monday–Friday, 7am–4pm, with competitive pay and a benefits package.

Qualifications

• CDA or at least 6 ECE college credits and the ability to pass all background checks.
• A plus if you have previous lead teacher experience!

Responsibilities

• Prepare lesson plans that are developmentally appropriate one week in advance using current curriculum guides.
• Implement lesson plans/curriculum weekly and align with classroom schedule and daily routine; use the parent app for communications.
• Establish a professional rapport with each family to provide quality care.
• Maintain safety and well‑being of each child and keep an organized, clean classroom.
• Maintain child assessments and portfolios and conduct biannual parent/teacher conferences.
• Physical ability to work around small children, including lifting up to 40 lbs.
• Carry out daily classroom responsibilities related to child care.

Skills

Lead teacher experience (plus)

Background checks clearance

Education

CDA or 6 ECE credits

Job description

Kids N Fitness South in Decatur is seeking a Lead Teacher to support infant care with developmentally appropriate lesson planning and day-to-day activities. You will establish a positive rapport with families and ensure a safe, clean learning environment.

The role requires a CDA or 6 ECE college credits and the ability to pass background checks; lead-teacher experience is a plus. Shift is Monday–Friday, 7am–4pm, with competitive pay and a benefits package.