Job detail
Preschool Lead Teacher
Cadence Academy Preschool
FULL_TIME
Posted 4/28/2026
Location
Richwood, Kentucky
Salary
$16 - $21 / HOUR
Core responsibilities
The lead teacher is responsible for planning and delivering developmentally appropriate curriculum while maintaining a safe and engaging classroom environment. They must also manage classroom operations, document child progress, and partner with families to support individual developmental needs.
Requirements summary
Candidates must meet state licensing requirements for a lead teacher, which typically include a high school diploma or ged and relevant experience or credentials. A degree in early childhood education or a cda credential is preferred, along with the ability to pass background clearances.
high schoolassociate degreebachelor degreeprofessional certificateCommunicationDocumentationProfessionalismChildcareBehavioral supportCurriculum planningClassroom managementEarly childhood developmentIEP implementationSafety supervision
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