Job detail
Lead Teacher- PA
Children of America
FULL_TIME
Posted 4/23/2026
Location
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Salary
$18 - $20 / HOUR
Core responsibilities
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 staff while documenting child progress using provided technology.
Requirements summary
Candidates must hold at least an associate degree in early childhood education and possess a minimum of 2 years of experience in a licensed childcare setting. Additionally, cpr and first aid certifications are required to meet state licensing standards.
associate degreeCommunicationAdaptabilityEmpathyOrganizational skillsDecision-makingRelationship buildingTechnology utilizationLesson planningChild developmentClassroom managementEarly childhood educationInstructional leadership
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid vacation
- Medical insurance
- Paid holidays
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Paid sick time
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Educational assistance
- Accident insurance
- Recognition programs
- Employee referral bonuses
- Internal career advancement opportunities
- T.E.A.C.H. scholarship partnerships
- 50% employee childcare discount