Lead Teacher - Educare Academy

EDUCARE ACADEMY; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Professional development opportunities

401K

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid holidays, vacation, and personal

Monday-Friday No nights or weekends

Employee Assistance Program

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

Educare Academy is seeking a qualified Lead Teacher for our Jackman location to provide exceptional early learning experiences. We value energy, compassion, and a love for nurturing young minds, and we support staff with professional development and a collaborative environment.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, a current CDA or AA/BA in ECE or related field, at least 3 years of childcare experience, and a valid driver's license if required.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must meet all state, federal, and Early Learning Academies guidelines regarding education, experience, immunizations, employment physical, and required health and safety training and practices.
• A valid driver’s license is required if driving is a requirement of the position.

Skills

Energy

Compassion

Love for children

Education

High school diploma

CDA or AA/BA in ECE

Job description

Do you have a genuine desire to positively impact the lives of young children? We are seeking individuals with an unwavering passion for providing children with an exceptional early learning experience and the energy, compassion, and drive to execute it.

We are seeking individuals with an unwavering passion for providing children with exceptional early learning education, and are full of energy, compassion, and a genuine love for impacting the lives of children.

We seek candidates dedicated to nurturing young minds. There is a special place to be a part of the Early Learning Academies (ELA) community with Educare Academy Early Learning Centers!

Educare Academy is currently seeking a qualifiedLead Teacher for our Jackman location.

Minimum Requirements: High school diploma, current CDA or AA/BA in ECE or related field, and 3 plus years of Childcare experience

• Career Progression: We support your journey! We encourage and support CDA completion and offer financial support.
• Increased Wages: We believe in compensating our teachers fairly for their dedication and experience, with wages that grow alongside your qualifications.
• Training and Growth: With access to paid professional development days, career mentorship, and certification bonuses, you'll have the resources to grow with us.
• Supportive Community: Our staff are family. You’ll be part of a team that values each other, celebrates milestones, and supports professional goals.

Pay Range

$14.25 - $19 USD

What We Offer

• Competitive pay
• Professional Development Opportunities
• 401K
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time
• Monday-Friday No nights or weekends!
• Employee Assistance Program
• A supportive and collaborative work environment

What We Need from You:

Education, Experience, and Training Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High School Diploma or GED required
• Must meet all state, federal, and Early Learning Academies guidelines regarding education, experience, immunizations, employment physical, and required health and safety training and practices.
• A valid driver's license is required if driving is a requirement of the position.

Ready to Join Us? If you are ready to be a part of a welcoming and inspiring educational community, that values innovation and creativity and is ready to shape the future of young learners, we cannot wait to meet you!

Early Learning Academies (ELA) is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.