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Lead Teacher

CHILDRENS HARBOR·Chesapeake, Virginia

$14 - $21/hr·Full Time·On Site·2-5 yrs·Posted 3 days ago
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About the role

The Lead Teacher is responsible for planning and implementing developmentally appropriate lesson plans to meet children's physical, social, and intellectual needs. They must maintain accurate records of child development and maintain consistent communication with parents regarding their child's progress.

SUMMARY

Are you ready to join a team that focuses on you? At Children’s Harbor, we are committed to improving the lives of children and families through comprehensive early care and education services and understands that starts with our teachers. We pride ourselves in investing into all of our teachers and staff members. From career development opportunities such as technical training to personal development resources such as burn out prevention training, Children’s Harbor has your back!

Join a team of like-minded early education professionals and make Children's Harbor your new home!

Why should you join the Children’s Harbor team?

  • Discounted childcare for your own kids!
  • professional development opportunities
  • wholistic care of employees
  • annual staff fun day
  • leadership that embraces change
  • family atmosphere
  • Smoke free
  • Lots of creativity!
  • Time outdoors every day
  • Predictable hours
  • No night or weekend work
  • Lots of love from super cute kiddos

Duties

  • Provide parents with adequate information about their child’s development and activities through daily contact, regular parent conferences, and specially arranged conferences as needed.
  • Maintain accurate supervision and records on all children, which includes attendance, behavior, accidents, assessments and evaluations, health, and all aspects of their development.
  • Sustain a positive and supportive attitude toward both children and adults to ensure a health and team-oriented workplace environment.
  • Plan and implement developmentally appropriate lesson plans and activities which effectively meet the physical, social, emotional, and intellectual needs of each child.

Requirements

  • Dependable and reliable in attendance.
  • Meets/exceeds licensing requirements including
  • TB Test
  • Background Check
  • Has physical abilities to perform the required job duties with or without accommodations
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Nice to haves
  • Early Childhood Certificate
  • CDA
  • Early Childhood Degree
  • Experience working in a licensed facility.
  • Current Medication Administration Training (MAT)

Benefits

  • 403b option; company matches 1% after 1 year
  • Medical, dental, vision
  • Paid vacation and sick leave
  • Over 50% off child care tuition discount

9am -6pm

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$14 - $21/hr
Location
Chesapeake, Virginia
Posted
Jul 14, 2026
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Hiring organization

CHILDRENS HARBOR

Children's Harbor was established in 1996. We are a nationally accredited child welfare organization located in Pembroke Pines, FL that is dedicated to three very specific priorities: 1) Keeping siblings together while they are in foster care. 2) Strengthening families who are...

Salary listed on 15 jobs
IndustryNon-profit Organizations
TypeNonprofit
Size51-200 employees
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Market context

Virginia lead teachers are in steady demand

In Virginia, lead teacher roles are typically in demand at centers that need experienced classroom leaders who can plan lessons, guide daily routines, and keep children engaged. These positions are competitive because employers look for candidates who meet state and center education requirements, have classroom leadership experience, and can stay active with children throughout the day. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to quickly confirm fit, then tailor your application to highlight lesson planning and classroom leadership.

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