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Childcare Lead Teacher ($500 Sign On Bonus)

Little Hands Daycare and Learning Center·Falmouth, Maine

$18 - $20/hr·Full Time·On Site·0-2 yrs
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Posted 3 months ago
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About the role

The Lead Teacher is responsible for preparing and implementing developmentally appropriate lesson plans and maintaining a safe, organized classroom environment. They must also manage parent communications and conduct biannual parent-teacher conferences.

NOW OFFERING $500 Sign On Bonus! Full-time ONLY - Paid out in two halves after 30 and 90 days of employment

  • Little Hands Daycare is a licensed childcare center seeking Lead Teachers! Age groups: Infant and Preschool To be QUALIFIED for this position, we require a high school diploma OR GED, one year of classroom experience, and ability to pass all background checks. CDA or AA highly preferred! Required Shift: Monday - Friday, 8:30am-5:30pm Compensation: $17.50-$19.50 per hour, based on education and experience We are a family-oriented, close-knit organization and we have a lot to offer our next team member including:
  • Competitive Pay
  • Paid Trainings, including Enhanced Career and Professional Development
  • Generous Benefits Package, including Dental, Medical, and Vision Insurance
  • 401k with Match
  • Discounts for Childcare
  • Fun and Positive Place to Work
  • Open Door Policy
  • Shirts and Swag - we love to show appreciation for our teachers!

Our Hiring Process

1. Resume screen 2. Phone screen with recruiter (30 minutes) 3. On-site interview with Center Director (30-60 minutes)

1. Q&A 2. Classroom observation

1. Offer

Main Job Responsibilities

  • Prepare lesson plans that are developmentally appropriate one week in advance using current curriculum guides.
  • Implement lesson plans/curriculum on a weekly basis covering all areas of child development and carry out lesson plans according to classroom schedule/daily routine; Use our parent communication app efficiently.
  • Establish a professional level of rapport with each family to provide quality care for the children.
  • Responsible for the safety and well-being of each child, responding to their emotional needs; and maintaining an organized, clean, safe, and appropriately decorated classroom.
  • Maintain a child assessment and portfolio for each child, as well as conduct biannual parent/teacher conferences during the month of November and May.
  • Physical ability to work around small children including sitting, standing, walking, running, and climbing stairs.
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs. and fulfill all physical requirements of the role.
  • Carry out the daily responsibilities of the classroom relating to the care of the children.

If you have a positive attitude, love working with children and desire to work in a fun and professional environment, we encourage you to apply today! We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace and celebrate diversity and inclusivity. We do not tolerate any kind of discrimination in our hiring processes against any groups protected by federal, state, or local law.

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Requirements

Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of classroom experience. A CDA or Associate degree is highly preferred, along with the ability to pass background checks and meet physical lifting requirements.

  • high school
  • associate degree
  • professional certificate
  • Physical Stamina
  • Curriculum Implementation
  • Classroom Management
  • Child Development
  • Parent Communication
  • Lesson Planning
  • Portfolio Maintenance
  • Child Assessment

Benefits

  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Medical Insurance
  • Competitive Pay
  • 401k With Match
  • Paid Trainings
  • Childcare Discounts
  • Enhanced Career and Professional Development

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$18 - $20/hr
Locations
Falmouth, Maine; Portland, Maine
Posted
May 6, 2026
Application
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Hiring organization

Little Hands Daycare and Learning Center

Little Hands Daycare and Learning Center is a daycare center where a child can explore his/her own world in a safe and nurturing enviornment. It is our intent to provide a complete educational curriculum suited to the age and maturity of each child. Our center is a place where...

Salary listed on 2 jobs
IndustryEducation
TypePrivately Held
Size11-50 employees
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In Maine, classroom teacher roles are often competitive because districts look for candidates with advanced preparation and evidence of effective teaching, and this posting notes a preferred master’s degree plus successful undergraduate teaching experience. Demand can vary by subject and district, so applicants with strong classroom records and adaptable instructional skills may stand out. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, then align your application materials to the exact teaching experience requested.

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