Lead Teacher: Early Childhood Education & Growth

Children of America, LLC; Stephens City (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Internal career advancement

50% employee childcare discount

Educational assistance and TEACH

Employee referral bonuses

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Paid vacation, sick time, holidays

Job summary

Children of America, LLC is seeking a Lead Teacher to work with children from 6 weeks to 12 years across our programs. You will implement daily plans, support a safe, structured learning environment, and communicate professionally with families and staff.

We offer growth opportunities, a 50% childcare discount, and comprehensive benefits. Hourly pay ranges from $16.35 to $17.65, reflecting experience, location, and internal equity.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a licensed childcare setting.
• CPR and First Aid certification.
• Must meet all state licensing requirements.
• Strong organizational and decision-making skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with children, families and staff.
• Flexible and adaptable in challenging situations.
• Commitment to professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Carry out daily lesson plans.
• Create a safe, structured, and positive learning environment.
• Communicate professionally with parents, children, and team members.
• Utilize technology to document and deliver child progress reports.
• Exhibit empathy toward children's emotions and parents' needs.
• Present age-appropriate expectations for children.
• Be creative, passionate, and engaged in your work.
• Lead classroom instruction using COA's Mind and Body Matters curriculum.

Job description

Children of America, LLC is seeking a Lead Teacher to work with children from 6 weeks to 12 years across our programs. You will implement daily plans, support a safe, structured learning environment, and communicate professionally with families and staff.

We offer growth opportunities, a 50% childcare discount, and comprehensive benefits. Hourly pay ranges from $16.35 to $17.65, reflecting experience, location, and internal equity.