Lead Teacher, Early Childhood — Inspire Growth

The Learning Experience; Edmond (OK); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Paid time off

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

The Learning Experience is seeking a Lead Teacher to guide a classroom and support learning for infants through Pre-K. You will implement the curriculum, maintain a safe, engaging environment, and communicate regularly with families.

You will lead and mentor Assistant Teachers, plan activities, and ensure compliance with licensing and safety standards. This full-time role is based on-site in Edmond, OK.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Previous childcare/preschool experience required
• Classroom leadership experience preferred
• ECE/Child Development coursework preferred
• Knowledge of child development and best practices
• Strong classroom management and communication skills
• Must meet licensing, background checks, health and training requirements

Responsibilities

• Build positive relationships with children and families
• Plan age-appropriate learning and play experiences
• Support children's social, emotional, language, cognitive and physical development
• Encourage curiosity, independence, communication and confidence
• Plan and organize classroom activities, routines and transitions
• Maintain lesson plans, observations, assessments and records
• Monitor each child's needs and development
• Guide and support Assistant Teachers
• Communicate with families about child progress
• Work with center leadership and other teachers

Skills

Classroom leadership

Communication skills

Organization skills

Knowledge of child development

Classroom management

Education

High school diploma or GED

ECE coursework preferred

Child Development coursework preferred

Job description

The Learning Experience is seeking a Lead Teacher to guide a classroom and support learning for infants through Pre-K. You will implement the curriculum, maintain a safe, engaging environment, and communicate regularly with families.

You will lead and mentor Assistant Teachers, plan activities, and ensure compliance with licensing and safety standards. This full-time role is based on-site in Edmond, OK.