Lead Teacher, Gilden Woods Caledonia

Learning Care Group; Caledonia (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in child care is seeking a passionate Lead Teacher to inspire young learners. In this role, you will create engaging educational experiences and foster growth in preschool children. You'll lead classroom management, implement curriculum, and build meaningful relationships with families. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact on children's lives while working in a supportive and dynamic environment. If you're energetic, dependable, and ready to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Qualifications

• Experience leading a classroom and creating educational lesson plans.
• Ability to meet state education requirements and childcare center standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop fun, interactive learning experiences while mentoring fellow Teachers.
• Promote the social, physical, and intellectual growth of preschool children.

Skills

Classroom Management

Lesson Planning

Communication Skills

Mentoring

Education

High School Diploma

Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential

Job description

This is more than just a daycare job. It’s a journey, where you learn, grow, thrive—and play—every day. Being a teacher at a child care center is something special. We’re hiring and we want difference makers who will inspire children to become lifelong learners.

As a Lead Teacher, you’ll:

1. Create! Develop fun, interactive learning experiences while mentoring fellow Teachers.
2. Care! Promote the social, physical, and intellectual growth of the preschool children in your class.
3. Call the shots! Take the lead on classroom management and curriculum implementation, plus be an expert on all licensing guidelines and company standards.
4. Communicate! Build sincere relationships with enrolled and prospective families to promote achievement for the child and to support your center’s success.

We want energetic, dependable, passionate individuals who are at least 18 and have:

1. Experience leading a classroom and creating educational lesson plans.
2. The ability to meet state requirements for education and our childcare center requirements.
3. The ability to work indoors or outdoors and engage in physical activity with children.