Job detail
Preschool Lead Teacher
Cadence Academy Preschool
FULL_TIME
Posted 4/20/2026
Location
Orange, Connecticut
Salary
$18 - $23 / 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 maintain professional communication with families and team members.
Requirements summary
Candidates must meet state licensing requirements for lead teachers, which typically include a high school diploma or ged and relevant experience or credentials. An associate or bachelor's degree in early childhood education is preferred, along with the ability to obtain necessary background clearances.
high schoolassociate degreebachelor degreeprofessional certificateCommunicationDocumentationProfessionalismChildcareBehavioral supportCurriculum planningClassroom managementEarly childhood developmentIEP implementationInclusive educationSafety 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
- Pet insurance
- Childcare tuition discount
- Paid CDA