Learning Care Group·Oceanside, California
The Lead Teacher is responsible for developing interactive learning experiences and promoting the holistic growth of preschool children. They lead classroom management, implement curriculum, and build relationships with families to support student achievement.
This is more than just a daycare job.
It’s a journey, where you learn, grow, thrive—and play—every day.
Being a teacher at a child care center is something special.
We’re hiring and we want difference makers who will inspire children to become lifelong learners.
As a Lead 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 and company standards.
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: 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 Lead Teacher- $21.51-$23.91 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 Monday through Friday work week.
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
Candidates must be at least 18 years old with experience leading a classroom and creating educational lesson plans. They must meet state and center education requirements and be capable of physical activity both indoors and outdoors.
Market context
In California, classroom teacher roles often stay competitive because licensed centers look for candidates who can show early childhood classroom leadership, lesson planning, and readiness to meet state compliance steps such as background checks and immunizations. This posting’s requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description, helping you review the role faster and save research time. If you are considering applying, confirm your 12 ECE units and recent classroom experience before submitting.