Lead Teacher, Early Childhood — Tuition Discount & PD

Child Development Schools Arkansas; Conway (AR); On-site; USD 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D

401(k)

9 company-paid holidays

8 days of PTO

50% tuition discount for your own CDS-

Up to $5,250 tuition reimbursement

PerkSpot discounts

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Coaching and professional development

Job summary

Lead Teacher at Child Development Schools Arkansas guides children through discovery, creativity, learning and joy in a nurturing classroom. You will support curiosity, confidence and growth with hands-on activities and storytelling.

You will partner with families, model positive behavior, and collaborate with our teaching team to deliver engaging, safe, and high-quality early childhood education.

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.
• Genuine care for children and commitment to safety.
• Strong communication skills and ability to build relationships with families.
• A degree or coursework in Early Childhood Education is a plus, but not required.

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

Childcare

Education

High school diploma or GED

Early Childhood Education coursework a plus

Job description

Lead Teacher at Child Development Schools Arkansas guides children through discovery, creativity, learning and joy in a nurturing classroom. You will support curiosity, confidence and growth with hands-on activities and storytelling.

You will partner with families, model positive behavior, and collaborate with our teaching team to deliver engaging, safe, and high-quality early childhood education.