Lead Teacher - Create Joyful Learning for Young Minds

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life

401(k)

Paid holidays

PTO

Tuition discount

Tuition reimbursement

PerkSpot discounts

EAP

Professional development

Job summary

Child Development Schools Arkansas is seeking a Lead Teacher to foster an engaging, nurturing classroom where children explore, learn, and grow with guidance and care from a dedicated team.

The role focuses on delivering age-appropriate activities, maintaining a safe environment, and collaborating with families while documenting child progress and development. Experience in early childhood education is valued but not strictly required.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships with families.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Completion of 12 hours of childcare training within 30 days of hire.

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.

Skills

Communication skills

Background check

Care for children

Physical ability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Childcare training (12 hours within 30 days)

Early Childhood Education coursework (plus)

Job description

Child Development Schools Arkansas is seeking a Lead Teacher to foster an engaging, nurturing classroom where children explore, learn, and grow with guidance and care from a dedicated team.

The role focuses on delivering age-appropriate activities, maintaining a safe environment, and collaborating with families while documenting child progress and development. Experience in early childhood education is valued but not strictly required.