State Pre-K Lead Teacher
Learning Care Group
Location
Aurora, Colorado
Salary
$21 - $22 / HOUR
Quick overview
The Lead Teacher is responsible for planning, assessing, and instructing preschool children to prepare them for Kindergarten. They manage classroom operations, implement curriculum, and build relationships with families to support child achievement.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field and experience leading a classroom. They must be at least 18 years old and capable of meeting state childcare requirements and physical activity demands.
Job description
The State Pre-K Lead Teacher is responsible for all aspects of planning, assessing and instructing based on the needs of each child, and the requirements of the program. We want change makers who never stop being curious, inventive, and open-hearted to prepare children for Kindergarten and beyond.
As a Lead Pre-K Teacher, you’ll
- Create! Develop fun, interactive learning experiences while mentoring fellow Teachers.
- Care! Promote the social, physical, and intellectual growth of the preschool children in your class.
- Call the shots! Take the lead on classroom management and curriculum implementation, plus be an expert on all licensing guidelines, company standards and Pre-K program requirements.
- Communicate! Build sincere relationships with enrolled and prospective families to promote achievement for the child and to support your center’s success.
- We want energetic, dependable, passionate individuals who are at least 18 and have:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education, Family Studies or related degree
- Experience leading a classroom and creating educational lesson plans
- The ability to meet state requirements for education and our childcare center requirements.
- The ability to work indoors or outdoors and engage in physical activity with children.
Compensation and Benefits
Compensation based on Position, Education and Experience. Bi-weekly and Daily Pay options. $21.00-$22.00 Health insurance (medical, dental, vision, and FSA) provided for full-time employees, Limited medical offered for part-time workers Education assistance including tuition reimbursement and certification, 401K (plus company match), life and disability insurance and child care discount available to all employees All employees in Colorado are eligible for paid sick leave, as required by the Healthy Families Work Act. Full-time employees are provided with 48 hours upon hire and annually each fiscal year thereafter. Part-time and temporary employees earn paid sick leave based upon hours worked. Applications accepted on an ongoing basis
Learning Care Group, Inc. is North America’s second-largest for-profit childcare provider and a leader in early childhood education. We offer specialized programs for children from 6 weeks to 12 years, delivered through our unique family of brands. Our commitment to excellence drives us to create cutting-edge facilities, equipped with advanced technology and expertly crafted curriculum designed by our in-house Education team.
Our Promise
We strive to make a meaningful impact on every child, their families, and the communities we serve. From infants to school-age students, our comprehensive, research-based curriculum supports holistic child development in a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment. As experts in childcare and early education, we prepare children for school, instill a lifelong love of learning, and build a strong foundation for their future success
Benefits
- Dental Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Health Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 401K
- FSA
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Certification
- Paid Sick Leave
- Company Match
- Education Assistance
- Child Care Discount