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Location
Earth City, Missouri
Salary
$18 - $21 / HOUR
Manage a play-based, multi-age care room for children ages 2-12, ensuring their safety and wellbeing. Lead age-appropriate activities, implement curriculum, and maintain regular communication with parents.
Requires a high school diploma and at least one year of experience as a Lead Teacher in a daycare or preschool setting. Must be First Aid and CPR certified and capable of lifting children up to 50 lbs.
1+ year as a Center Director Experience managing multi-age groups, including school-age children Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or similar certification Physical Requirements This role requires active, hands-on engagement throughout the day — including lifting children up to 40–50 lbs, sitting and moving at floor level, standing for extended periods, and maintaining constant supervision of children indoors and outdoors. Compensation & Benefits $18–$21/hour starting Weekly paychecks Paid sick time Free First Aid/CPR training and certification Learning stipend Professional coaching and flexible days off All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law. For information about our Applicant Privacy, please review here: https://app.getguru.com/card/iRgBL8yT/Applicant-Privacy-Policy For those who require reasonable accommodations, please let us know on your application or email us at jobs@wellthy.com.
Market context
In Missouri, substitute teacher roles often see steady demand as schools and early childhood programs need flexible coverage. These positions can be competitive because employers may look for classroom experience, current First Aid and CPR certification, and the ability to handle physically active settings; on this platform, the job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original posting, saving candidates research time. Before applying, confirm your experience aligns with the lead teacher background and note any training or coaching benefits that support your next step.
Salary benchmark
$139,360 avg / yr
Typical range: $37,440–$270,400 based on 4 active listings in Missouri
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