Preschool Lead Teacher

Spring Education Group; Catasauqua (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking educational community as a Preschool Lead Teacher, where you will inspire young minds and foster an inclusive environment. This role involves creating engaging learning experiences for children, collaborating with a talented team, and ensuring a safe and nurturing atmosphere. With nearly 150 schools across the nation, this organization values the development of life-long learners and encourages teachers to connect deeply with their students. Enjoy competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package while making a meaningful impact on the lives of children and their families.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with employer match

Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time

Tuition discounts for your children

Education Reimbursement & Partnerships

Professional Development & Teacher In-Service Days

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older and pass a background check.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills required.

Responsibilities

• Create and manage learning environments for preschool children.
• Collaborate with staff to promote the well-being of the school.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to connect with students

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Chesterbrook Academy (#734), 325 Lehigh Street, Catasauqua, Pennsylvania, United States of America Req #9094

Monday, January 27, 2025

Spring Education Group’s Early Childhood Education Division includes nearly 150 schools offering services from infant care through Pre-K/K programs, as well as summer camp and after-school programs. Our locations span a nationwide geographic footprint and a diverse array of pedagogical approaches — including our proprietary Links to Learning curriculum that draws from the collective expertise of renowned early-age educators such as Dewey, Piaget and Vygotsky; Montessori schools that embrace both accredited Montessori methods – AMI (Association Montessori Internationale) and AMS (American Montessori Society); and progressive language immersion programs in Mandarin and Spanish.

Summary:

As a Preschool Lead Teacher at Chesterbrook Academy, you will create, manage, and participate in a variety of learning environments and activities that provide opportunities for students to develop to their fullest potential and achieve their learning objectives. Participate collaboratively and professionally with other teachers and staff to promote the general well-being of the school, and the collective/individual interest of its staff and student body.

Location: 325 Lehigh Street Catasauqua, PA 18032

Hours: 8:00am-5:00pm or 9:00am-6:00pm (Monday through Friday)

Student Age Range: Three years old

Pay Range: $17.00 to $20.00 per hour (depending on education and experience)

Responsibilities:

• Culture: Positively influence your peers to work toward and meet the school’s vision of excellence. Provides and maintains quality education programs. Ensures successful implementation of approved curriculum.
• Health & Safety: Prioritizes a safe, clean, and attractive learning environment. Maintains compliance with accreditation and state licensing requirements as well as all applicable state and federal laws, and internal policies and procedures.
• Educate, Inspire, Engage: Our teachers are enthusiastic about developing life-long learners, genuinely care about children, and possess the sensitivity and knowledge to understand a child’s individual needs while fostering an inclusive classroom.
• Relationship Building: Have a strong desire to work collaboratively with a talented team of diverse educators and administrators. Develop and maintain interpersonal relationships with the families, students, and school community.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Often carrying and lifting 25 pounds or less (25-50%) and occasionally carrying 25-50 pounds (10-25%).
• Complies with all company and state-specific standards and maintains validation of required credentials for the position.
• Ability to successfully pass a state and federal background check.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills and ability to connect with students.
• Must have one of the following:
  • Bachelor’s degree including 30 credit hours in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Special Education, Elementary Education, or the Human Services field. (One year of experience with children may be required.)
  • Associate’s degree including 30 credit hours in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Special Education, Elementary Education, or the Human Services field. (Two to three years of experience with children may be required.)

Mission:

We are more than just a school - we are a community! Our goal is to uplift each other, work together, and uphold our guiding educational philosophy, providing the perfect balance of learning and play. We partner with parents by engaging in consistent communication and providing daily snapshots of their child's day, inviting them to be a part of the school experience, as well. We embrace a culture of care - physically, emotionally, socially, and intellectually, both in and out of the classroom.

Benefits include:

• Beyond Competitive pay
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
• Tuition discounts for your children
• FSA plans for both medical and dependent care
• Education Reimbursement & Partnerships
• CDA Program
• Professional Development & Teacher In-Service Days

*This is not a complete list of job duties. A more detailed Job Description will be provided.