Innovation & Exploration STEM Early Learning Center·Abington Township, Pennsylvania
The Lead Preschool Teacher is responsible for designing and implementing a STEM-based curriculum to meet the academic and developmental needs of students. Key duties include teaching basic reading and math, fostering social-emotional skills, and communicating progress to parents.
Short-Term Disability Holiday Pay 401(k) matching Bonus based on performance Company parties Dental insurance Employee discounts Flexible schedule Health insurance Opportunity for advancement Paid time off Parental leave Training & development Tuition assistance Vision insurance You will be leading a class of students through the school year, assessing their current academic level and designing instruction to meet students’ collective and individual needs. You are passionate about learning and helping students reach their potential. With strong creative and problem-solving skills, you love connecting with individual students and creating an engaging classroom environment.
Create and follow a comprehensive curriculum Teach beginning reading and math skills Assist children with developing social and emotional skills Use a range of instructional methods and learning techniques Communicate with parents and other school personnel Assess students’ skills and performance to ensure they are meeting developmental milestones
Bachelor’s degree Associate Degree in Education Strong understanding of child development principles and best practices in education and classroom management Excellent verbal and written communication skills Knowledge of classroom health, safety, and sanitation guidelines and ability to closely adhere to the guidelines Problem-solving and mediation skills Additional Benefits and Fun working at IE STEM: Team Building Events (Phillies & 76ers games, dinners, karaoke, etc) Field Trips in the summer Founder teaches work shops for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania & a licensed behavior specialist. Will help with classroom management and support of the classroom. At Innovation & Exploration STEM Early Learning Center (IE), our mission is to provide a safe, inclusive, nurturing, and loving environment for children as they find and develop their strengths. We want to inspire young children to find the joy of learning through a STEM-based curriculum inside and outside of the classroom. We aim to provide opportunities that will instill confidence, self-worth, and morals in every child (how to be a good person). IE’s main purpose is to also provide an appropriate curriculum to balance a child’s social, emotional, physical, and intellectual well-being. We are seeking an energetic and experienced Preschool Teacher to join our team!
Innovation & Exploration STEM Early Learning Center is committed to ensuring its services and employment are provided in a nondiscriminatory manner, without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, ancestry, religious creed, disability, age, and limited English proficiency.
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's or Associate degree in Education and possess a strong understanding of child development and classroom management. Excellent communication skills and knowledge of health and safety guidelines are also required.
Market context
Pennsylvania preschool lead teacher roles are often competitive because centers look for candidates with early childhood or elementary education coursework, licensed childcare experience, and completed state pre-service training. This role also requires the physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs, which can matter in classroom settings. On this platform, the job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original posting, helping you review the fit faster. Before applying, confirm your training records and experience align with the center’s licensing expectations.