Preschool Lead Teacher - Full-Time, Full-Year
Miami Valley CDC
Location
Dayton, Ohio
Quick overview
The Lead Teacher is responsible for creating an engaging learning environment and implementing developmentally appropriate instruction for preschool children. They also manage daily classroom operations, mentor support staff, and build partnerships with families to support child progress.
Requirements summary
The position requires an experienced early childhood educator capable of leading a classroom and adhering to Head Start Performance Standards. Candidates must be able to support school readiness and monitor developmental progress for children ages 3-5.
Job description
Grow Classrooms. Grow Children. Grow Futures.
Miami Valley Child Development Centers (MVCDC) is seeking a passionate Head Start Lead Teacher to lead a preschool classroom serving children ages 3–5. In this role, you will create a safe, engaging learning environment, implement developmentally appropriate instruction aligned with Head Start Performance Standards, and support school readiness across all developmental areas.
The Lead Teacher guides daily classroom operations, mentors support staff, monitors child progress, and builds strong partnerships with families to ensure every child thrives. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced early childhood educator who is ready to lead with purpose and make a lasting impact during the most important years of development.
