Lead Teacher & Mentor - Child Care Center (Flexible Hours)

Learning Care Group; Federal Way (WA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

401K with company match

Life and disability insurance

Child care discount

Bi-weekly pay options

Monday–Friday work week

Job summary

Learning Care Group is seeking a Team Lead for a preschool setting in Washington. You will lead classroom instruction, manage activities, and partner with families to support each child’s growth. This role emphasizes safety, curriculum delivery, and hands-on leadership.

We offer a strong benefits package, tuition assistance, and opportunities to mentor new staff. Experience in licensed childcare and a CDA or ECE degree is preferred; schedule is Monday through Friday and indoor/outdoor activities

Qualifications

• Experience in a licensed childcare facility, leading a classroom, implementing lesson plans.
• College credits towards Early Childhood Education or Child Development degree or a CDA, preferred.
• Able to meet state and/or accreditation requirements for education and experience.
• The ability to engage in physical activity with children.

Responsibilities

• Promote the social, physical, and intellectual growth of the children in your care; lead classroom management and curriculum implementation.
• Communicate and build relationships with families to promote achievement for the child and support the center’s success.
• Mentor and assist with training of new hires and fellow teachers, creating fun, interactive learning experiences for preschool children.
• Take on duties of Director or Assistant Director in absence, including opening and closing the school.
• Ensure daily care of every child by following licensing guidelines and company standards.

Skills

Classroom leadership

Lesson plan implementation

Family communication

Education

Early Childhood Education

CDA Credential

Job description

Learning Care Group is seeking a Team Lead for a preschool setting in Washington. You will lead classroom instruction, manage activities, and partner with families to support each child’s growth. This role emphasizes safety, curriculum delivery, and hands-on leadership.

We offer a strong benefits package, tuition assistance, and opportunities to mentor new staff. Experience in licensed childcare and a CDA or ECE degree is preferred; schedule is Monday through Friday and indoor/outdoor activities