Children of America·Appleton, Wisconsin
The Lead Teacher is responsible for executing daily lesson plans and maintaining a safe, structured, and positive learning environment for children. They must also communicate effectively with parents and team members while documenting child progress using technology.
Sign-on Bonus $500
Join Children of America - a nationally accredited preschool with 65+ locations across 18 states. As a Lead Teacher, you will work alongside a talented team of educators in a supportive environment where you are encouraged to grow professionally and share your passion for early childhood education.
Our programs serve children ages 6 weeks to 12 years, including Infant, Toddler, Preschool, Pre-K, Before & After Care, and Summer Camp. Our culture encourages employees to bring their whole selves to work, because your unique perspectives and experiences make our team stronger.
This role interacts daily with children, parents, management, and teaching staff to support a collaborative and positive learning environment.
$17.86 - $22.03 per hour. Final compensation will be based on experience, skills, location, and internal equity. This role may also be eligible for performance-based incentives or other benefits.
Children of America is committed to fair and transparent hiring practices. This job description is intended to comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including but not limited to the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) guidelines, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and state-specific pay transparency regulations.
The listed responsibilities, qualifications, and compensation range reflect the essential functions and expectations of the role. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, geographic location, and internal equity.
Children of America is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status under applicable law. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.
All job offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and the submission of the required state documents.
Candidates must hold at least a High School Diploma with credits in Early Childhood Education and have a minimum of one year of experience in a licensed childcare setting. Additionally, they are required to possess current CPR and First Aid certifications.
Market context
In Wisconsin, lead teacher roles in licensed childcare settings often draw steady interest because centers need staff who can meet state and program standards while supporting daily classroom operations. This role is competitive for candidates with early childhood coursework, licensed childcare experience, and current CPR and First Aid, and the posted requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description to save you research time. Before applying, confirm your credits, certification dates, and one year of experience match the listing.
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