Lead Teacher - Infants

Endeavor Schools; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits

Childcare tuition discounts

Career development programs

Opportunities for advancement

Supportive work environment

Relocation options at our 100+ schools

Job summary

Carpe Diem Private Preschool, part of the Endeavor Schools family, is seeking a Lead Infant Teacher to develop and implement age-appropriate curriculum while guiding and inspiring young learners. You will lead engaging activities, ensure safety, and document progress in a supportive environment.

We welcome applicants with strong communication skills and a passion for early childhood education. Competitive pay, benefits, and career development opportunities are provided across Endeavor Schools

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Development strongly preferred.
• 2–5 years of experience in a certified child development center.
• Experience with the assigned age group.
• Ability to use standard office equipment (laptop, smartphone).
• Excellent communication with parents and staff; patient, collaborative, and creative.

Responsibilities

• Lead age-appropriate learning activities and curriculum.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of children at all times.
• Monitor and document children’s progress and development.
• Foster a harmonious, engaging classroom where children and staff enjoy coming to work.

Skills

Communication skills

Patience

Collaborative

Creative

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Development

CDA Certification preferred

Job description

Job Details

Build a Career with Meaning and Enhance Your Future

Come join us at Carpe Diem Private Preschoolas Lead Infant Teacher!

At Carpe Diem, our educators brighten children’s lives every day while creating a bright future for themselves. We offer a supportive environment for our teachers and empower them with the resources they need to create a positive learning environment for our students. As a Lead Teacher, you will develop and implement age-appropriate curriculum, plan engaging activities to promote cognitive, social, and emotional development, and assess and documenting your student's progress.

We also help our employees build great careers. With our education incentives and career development programs, we invest in our educators to ensure that they thrive.

How We Work for You:

• Competitive pay and benefits
• Childcare tuition discounts (based on individual school availability)
• Career development programs
• Opportunities for advancement
• Supportive work environment
• Relocation options at our 100+ schools nationwide

What You Get to Do:

• Help lead innovative learning activities that promote children’s development and growth
• Ensure the safety and well-being of children at all times
• Monitor children’s progress and development
• Create a harmonious environment where children and fellow teachers enjoy coming to each day

Are You Qualified?

Whether or not you have experience working in schools, you may be qualified to work with us. The most important quality is that you love working with children. Some of our best educators have come from other fields, including customer service, healthcare, retail, and more!

If you have the following, we would love to speak with you:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Associates Degree in Early Childhood Development / CDA Certified preferred
• 2-5 years prior experience working in a certified child development center
• Prior experience with the assigned age group.
• Specific requirements set by minimum state standards and/or accreditation
• Ability to use standard office equipment such as a laptop computer and smartphone.
• Strong communication skills, including the ability to interact with parents and other staff members, is required.
• The ability to be patient, collaborative, creative, and passionate about Early Childhood education is essential for this role.

About Endeavor Schools

Carpe Diem is part of the Endeavor Schools family. With more than 100 schools in 14 states, Endeavor Schools is one of the nation’s fastest-growing education management companies. We believe that there are many ways for children to learn, and that is why we provide schools with different educational styles and methods across the country. Come be part of a team that prioritizes the success and wellbeing of our amazing employees!

Endeavor Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Pay Range

USD $18.00 - USD $21.00 /Hr.