Job detail
Certified Lead Teacher (Early/Head Start starting at $53k)
Educare of Omaha Inc.
FULL_TIME
Posted 3/19/2026
Location
Omaha, Nebraska
Salary
$53,000 / YEAR
Core responsibilities
The lead teacher plans, implements, and coordinates a comprehensive, developmentally appropriate education program ensuring compliance with all relevant standards for children aged 0 to 5. Key duties include observing and assessing child development, managing the classroom environment, planning intentional activities, and actively engaging with families.
Requirements summary
A bachelor's degree in education, preferably early childhood, is required, along with verification of an active nebraska teaching certificate. Candidates should ideally have two years of experience in an early childhood group setting and must pass a compliance background check.
bachelor degreeprofessional certificateConfidentialityTeam LeadershipMentoringData AnalysisCurriculum ImplementationClassroom ManagementParent EngagementPaperwork CompletionHome VisitsInterdisciplinary Team ParticipationPositive Behavior SupportsIndividualized Lesson PlanningAssessment DocumentationChild Development ObservationSpecial Needs CoordinationTouchpoints Strategies
Benefits
- Dental Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Paid Holidays
- Vacation
- Paid Time Off
- Vision Insurance
- Medical Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Sick Time
- FSA
- Professional Development
- Employer Match
- Tuition Assistance
- 403(b) Retirement Plan
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness
- Winter Break
- Spring Break
- Ongoing Coaching
- Inclement Weather Days
- Mental Health Therapy