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Qualified Lead PreK Educator: Minimum Level 2

Learning Care Group

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#Child Development#Lesson Plans#Classroom Management#Early Childhood Education#Childcare#Preschool#Licensing Guidelines#PreK#Holistic Development
Full TimeOn Site2-5 yrs$19 - $20 / HOURPosted 4 hours ago

Location

Castle Rock, Colorado

Salary

$19 - $20 / HOUR

Quick overview

The Lead Teacher is responsible for developing interactive learning experiences and managing classroom operations while mentoring other teachers. They must promote the holistic growth of preschool children and maintain strong relationships with families.

Requirements summary

Candidates must be at least 18 years old with experience in leading classrooms and creating educational lesson plans. They must meet state and center education requirements and be capable of physical activity with children.

professional certificateMentoringFamily CommunicationCurriculum ImplementationClassroom ManagementChild DevelopmentLesson PlanningEarly Childhood EducationLicensing Compliance

Job description

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

  • $18.82-$19.55
  • 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
  • All employees in Colorado are eligible for paid sick leave, as required by the Healthy Families Work Act. Full-time employees are provided with 48 hours upon hire and annually each fiscal year thereafter. Part-time and temporary employees earn paid sick leave based upon hours worked.
  • Applications accepted on an ongoing basis
  • #LoveToLearnMountainWest

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

Benefits

  • Dental Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Health Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • 401K
  • FSA
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Certification
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Company Match
  • Education Assistance
  • Child Care Discount

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Learning Care is where childhood is nurtured with love. For more than 50 years, we’ve partnered with families to provide safe, caring early education for children from infancy through school age. Here, children feel valued, build lasting friendships, explore with confidence, and...

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HQNovi, MI

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Market context

Colorado PreK lead educator roles stay competitive

Colorado’s PreK lead educator market is typically driven by steady demand for candidates who can lead classrooms, plan lessons, and meet state education requirements. These roles can be competitive because employers often look for experience with young children, comfort with physical activity, and readiness to work within structured early-learning settings. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your credential status and classroom leadership experience before applying.

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