PARK EAST ACADEMY INC·East Point, Georgia
The Lead Teacher is responsible for planning and implementing developmentally appropriate learning experiences for infants and toddlers. They must maintain a safe, nurturing classroom environment while documenting children's growth and building partnerships with families.
At Park Schools, we believe that the earliest years of a child's life lay the foundation for lifelong learning. Our Nido program provides a nurturing, responsive, and developmentally appropriate environment where infants and toddlers can explore, grow, and thrive.
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Lead Teacher who values child-centered education and is committed to fostering meaningful relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
The Lead Teacher is responsible for creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment for infants and toddlers. The ideal candidate will support children's social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development through responsive caregiving and intentional learning experiences.
Plan and implement developmentally appropriate learning experiences for infants and toddlers.
Create and maintain a safe, welcoming, and responsive classroom environment.
Observe, assess, and document children's growth and developmental milestones.
Build positive partnerships with families through regular communication and collaboration.
Support each child's individual needs and learning journey.
Maintain classroom organization and ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
Collaborate with fellow educators and school leadership to provide high-quality early childhood education.
Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field preferred.
Experience working with infants and toddlers preferred.
Strong understanding of child development and responsive caregiving practices.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills.
Passion for working with young children and supporting their development.
Commitment to professional growth and continuous learning.
What We Offer: Supportive and collaborative school community
Professional development opportunities
Meaningful work that positively impacts young children and families
Opportunity to grow within a child-centered educational environment
If you are passionate about early childhood education and believe in providing a strong foundation for lifelong learning, we encourage you to apply.
Apply today and become part of the Park Schools community.
A Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field is preferred. Candidates should have experience working with infants and toddlers and a strong understanding of responsive caregiving practices.
Market context
In Georgia, NIDO Lead Teacher roles are typically sought by programs serving infants and toddlers, where experience with responsive caregiving and early childhood routines is important. These positions can be competitive because employers often prefer candidates with an early childhood degree, hands-on infant/toddler experience, and a steady approach to family communication and classroom consistency. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then tailor your application to show specific infant/toddler caregiving experience and professional development interest.