Team Lead, Child Care — Lead, Mentor & Grow

La Petite Academy; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% childcare discount

Immediate access to benefits

401(k) company match

Flexible schedules (no nights or Sat/S

Bring your children to work

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Master Teacher Program

Job summary

La Petite Academy in Orlando is seeking a Team Lead to guide a preschool classroom, manage daily curriculum, and support families. This role prioritizes safety, development, and a positive, engaging learning environment.

You will mentor new teachers, collaborate with families, and step into Director or Assistant Director duties in absence, while contributing to a fun, collaborative team with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Experience in a licensed childcare facility and leading a classroom.
• College credits towards Early Childhood Education or Child Development degree or a CDA (preferred).
• Ability to meet state/accreditation requirements for education and experience.
• Ability to work indoors or outdoors and engage in physical activity with children.

Responsibilities

• Promote child growth and lead classroom management and curriculum implementation.
• Communicate with families to promote achievement and center success.
• Mentor new teachers and fellow teachers through training and learning experiences.
• Take on Director/Assistant Director duties in the absence, including opening/closing.
• Ensure daily care following licensing guidelines and company standards.

Skills

Classroom management

Curriculum implementation

Family communication

Mentoring

Leadership

Education

ECE credits or CDA

Job description

La Petite Academy in Orlando is seeking a Team Lead to guide a preschool classroom, manage daily curriculum, and support families. This role prioritizes safety, development, and a positive, engaging learning environment.

You will mentor new teachers, collaborate with families, and step into Director or Assistant Director duties in absence, while contributing to a fun, collaborative team with opportunities for growth.