Lead Teacher — Early Education Leader with Growth Perks

Children of America; Oak Creek (WI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Internal career advancement

50% employee childcare discount

Educational assistance and TEAC Hschol

Employee referral bonuses and recognit

Comprehensive benefits: medical, dent,

401(k) retirement plan

Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays

Job summary

Children of America in Oak Creek, Wisconsin seeks a Lead Teacher to guide early childhood classrooms and deliver COA’s Mind and Body Matters curriculum. You will foster a safe, engaging learning space while partnering with families and staff to support each child’s growth.

The role requires a High School Diploma with ECE credits, CPR/First Aid certs, and 1 year of licensed childcare experience. Benefits include childcare discounts and educational scholarships.

Qualifications

• Minimum High School Diploma with credits in ECE.
• 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.
• Assist in creating 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.

Skills

CPR certification

First Aid certification

Strong organizational skills

Decision-making skills

Relationship-building

Communication with parents

Flexibility

Growth mindset

Education

High School Diploma with credits in ECE

Job description

Children of America in Oak Creek, Wisconsin seeks a Lead Teacher to guide early childhood classrooms and deliver COA’s Mind and Body Matters curriculum. You will foster a safe, engaging learning space while partnering with families and staff to support each child’s growth.

The role requires a High School Diploma with ECE credits, CPR/First Aid certs, and 1 year of licensed childcare experience. Benefits include childcare discounts and educational scholarships.