Lead Teacher — Early Childhood Discovery & Growth

Sunrise Preschools; Benton (AR); Hybrid; USD 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

9 company-paid holidays and 8 days of

Tuition discount for children at CDS

Up to $5,250 annual tuition reimburse

PerkSpot discounts

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Coaching and professional development

Job summary

Child Development Schools is seeking a Lead Teacher to help 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 collaborative teaching team dedicated to making early childhood education engaging, nurturing, safe, and fun.

You will plan age‑appropriate lessons, maintain a safe, organized environment, observe progress, and

Qualifications

• At least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Completion of 12 hours of childcare training within 30 days of hire (we will help you get there).
• Genuine care for children and a commitment to their safety and well‑being.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships with families.
• Physical ability to meet the demands of working with young children.
• A degree or coursework in Early Childhood Education and prior experience in a licensed childcare center are a plus, but not required. We hire for character and train for skill.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver age‑appropriate lessons and activities for the [AGE GROUP] 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

Strong communication

Care for children

Safety minded

Team player

Education

High school diploma

Early Childhood coursework

Job description

Child Development Schools is seeking a Lead Teacher to help 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 collaborative teaching team dedicated to making early childhood education engaging, nurturing, safe, and fun.

You will plan age‑appropriate lessons, maintain a safe, organized environment, observe progress, and