Job detail
Toddler Lead Teacher
Canterbury Academy
FULL_TIME
Posted 4/17/2026
Location
Overland Park, Kansas
Salary
$17 - $22 / HOUR
Core responsibilities
The lead teacher is responsible for planning and delivering developmentally appropriate curriculum while maintaining a safe, inclusive, and engaging classroom environment. They must also manage classroom operations, ensure compliance with safety standards, and partner with families to support each child's individual growth.
Requirements summary
Candidates must meet state licensing requirements for lead teachers, which typically include a high school diploma or ged and relevant experience. An associate or bachelor's degree in early childhood education or a cda credential is preferred.
high schoolassociate degreebachelor degreeprofessional certificateCommunicationDocumentationProfessionalismBehavioral supportCurriculum planningChild developmentClassroom managementEarly childhood educationIEP implementationSafety supervisionLicensing compliance
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Retirement plans
- Medical insurance
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Professional development
- Pet insurance
- Childcare tuition discount