Lead Teacher Positions

Acquire4Hire; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Acquire4Hire is seeking a Lead Teacher for a toddler class at Epiphany Lutheran Nursery School. This role involves creating a nurturing environment and engaging children aged 12-30 months in play-based learning. Candidates should have a degree in Early Childhood Education and a passion for teaching.

Benefits

Employee Discount

Paid Time Off

Professional Development Assistance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education required.
• Experience teaching in a preschool setting preferred.
• Passion for teaching young children necessary.

Responsibilities

• Establish a safe and nurturing learning environment.
• Responsible for all lesson planning in a play-based center.
• Collaborate with faculty and manage classroom activities.

Skills

Teaching

Lesson Planning

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education

Child Development Associate Credential

Job description

Summary

Epiphany Lutheran Nursery School is seeking a Lead Teacher for the toddler class (ages 12-18 months) and the young 2s class (24-30 months) in their preschool program.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's or associate's degree or a credential in Early Childhood Education and a passion for teaching young children. Prior teaching experience, preferably in a preschool setting, is preferred.

Duties

A Lead Teacher at Epiphany Lutheran Nursery School is responsible for establishing and maintaining a safe, healthy, and nurturing learning environment. They work collaboratively with the entire faculty. Our lead teachers are responsible for all lesson planning, as we do not use a store-bought curriculum, and we operate as a play-based center. The schedule is Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. during the school year, with potential additional hours from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., although these are not guaranteed.

Requirements

The candidate should have a bachelor's or associate's degree or a credential in Early Childhood Education and experience teaching, preferably in a preschool setting.

Nice To Haves

• CPR Certification
• Child Development Associate Credential

Benefits

• Employee Discount
• Paid Time Off
• Professional Development Assistance

About Us

ELNS is a religiously exempt half-day preschool program (8:45 a.m. - noon) with optional extended hours from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. We are not a daycare but a school rooted in Christian values, offering a play-based learning environment. Our goal is to foster students' curiosity and develop a lifelong love of learning.