Montessori Lead Teacher
Learning Care Group
Location
West Linn, Oregon
Salary
$19 - $20 / HOUR
Quick overview
The Lead Teacher is responsible for implementing the Montessori curriculum and facilitating engaging interactive learning experiences while adhering to all licensing and company standards for child care. This role requires accurately observing, assessing, and planning for children, alongside effectively communicating with their families.
Requirements summary
Candidates must be at least 18 years old and possess experience in a licensed child care center or Montessori school, with prior lead teacher experience being preferred. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, though a bachelor's degree and coursework in early childhood education are preferred, along with meeting all state educational requirements.
Job description
Leading a classroom takes a special kind of skill.
As a Lead Teacher, you are
- Caring! Follow all licensing guidelines, school, and company standards to ensure the daily care of every child.
- Engaging! Develop your ability to accurately observe, assess, and plan for children, as well as effectively communicate with families.
- Learning! Complete ongoing professional development on Montessori pedagogy and early childhood development topics.
- Inspiring! Implement the Montessori curriculum (with assistance of the Director, a School Education Manager, Team Lead, or faculty mentor) and facilitate engaging interactive learning experiences.
We want joyful, dependable, passionate individuals who are at least 18 and have
- Experience in a licensed child care center, Montessori school, or related field; previous lead teacher experience preferred.
- Completed a high school diploma or equivalent; bachelor’s degree and coursework in early childhood education preferred.
- Met state requirements for education; additional school requirements may apply.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive pay based on position, education, and experience, with bi-weekly & daily pay options:
- Lead Teacher: $18.86-$19.59/hour
Employee Perks
- Health Insurance – Medical, dental, vision & FSA for full-time employees; limited medical for part-time workers
- Education Support – Tuition reimbursement & certification assistance
- Financial Benefits – 401K + company match, life & disability insurance
- Child Care Discount – Available to all employees
- Work-Life Balance – Monday–Friday schedule
- Accepting applications ongoing
We’re always accepting applications – start a rewarding career with real benefits! Apply today.
Learning Care Group, Inc. is North America’s second-largest for-profit childcare provider and a leader in early childhood education. We offer specialized programs for children from 6 weeks to 12 years, delivered through our unique family of brands. Our commitment to excellence drives us to create cutting-edge facilities, equipped with advanced technology and expertly crafted curriculum designed by our in-house Education team.
Our Promise
We strive to make a meaningful impact on every child, their families, and the communities we serve. From infants to school-age students, our comprehensive, research-based curriculum supports holistic child development in a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment. As experts in childcare and early education, we prepare children for school, instill a lifelong love of learning, and build a strong foundation for their future success
Benefits
- Disability Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Health Insurance
- 401K
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Child Care Discount
- Certification Assistance