Job detail
Certified Lead Teacher (Early/Head Start starting at $53k)
Educare of Omaha Inc.
FULL_TIME
Posted 4/16/2026
Location
Omaha, Nebraska
Salary
$53,000 / YEAR
Core responsibilities
The lead teacher is responsible for planning and implementing a developmentally appropriate education program that meets individual child needs and program standards. They also provide leadership for the classroom team, maintain a safe environment, and foster positive relationships with children and their families.
Requirements summary
A bachelor's degree in education or early childhood education is required, along with an active nebraska teaching certificate. Candidates should have at least two years of experience in an early childhood group setting and the ability to pass a background check.
bachelor degreeprofessional certificateMentoringTeam leadershipSafety complianceData analysisLesson planningParent engagementChild developmentClassroom managementEarly childhood educationCurriculum implementationSpecial needs supportInstructional coachingReflective supervisionPositive behavior supportAssessment documentation
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Medical insurance
- Paid holidays
- FSA
- Paid time off
- Short-term disability
- Life insurance
- Tuition assistance
- Sick time
- 403(b) retirement plan
- Employer match
- Paid winter break
- Public service loan forgiveness
- Paid spring break
- Mental health therapy