Wonderspring·Haverford Township, Pennsylvania
The Lead Teacher is responsible for managing daily classroom activities, implementing developmentally appropriate lessons, and ensuring the safety and well-being of children. They also observe and assess student progress while providing guidance to assistant teachers.
Wonderspring, a nonprofit early childhood education organization, is seeking a Preschool Lead Teacher to join our Havertown team. In this role, you will lead a preschool classroom (age 3), creating a structured, engaging environment that supports school readiness and encourages children to learn through play and exploration.
In this role, you will lead the day-to-day classroom activities, using Creative Curriculum and Teaching Strategies GOLD to guide instruction and support each child’s development. Plan and implement engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons and activities. Lead daily classroom activities, including small group lessons and individualized support. Provide active supervision at all times to ensure the safety and well-being of children. Observe and assess children’s progress using Teaching Strategies GOLD. Create and maintain an engaging classroom environment that support hands-on learning. Build strong relationships with children, families, and the Wonderspring team. Support and guide assistant teachers to keep the classroom running smoothly.
Associate’s degree in early childhood education or related field required. Minimum 2 years of classroom experience in a preschool setting. Ability to work well as part of a team and be flexible as needed. Comfortable leading a classroom and supporting other teachers. Maintain professional and manage confidential information with care. Basic understanding of Department of Human Services (DHS) licensing requirements. Must obtain all required clearances and complete a Health Assessment with TB screening prior to employment.
Paid time off (vacation, sick, holidays) Health, dental, and vision insurance Retirement plan with employer match Employee assistance program Childcare tuition discount Pet insurance discount Equal Opportunity Employer We are an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, age, race, color, religion, national origin, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, political affiliations, marital or veteran status. No application will be rejected as a result of a disability that, with reasonable accommodation, does not prevent performance of the essential job duties. SMS Terms and Conditions By opting in to receive text messages from Wonderspring, you agree to receive SMS messages regarding your job application, interview scheduling, recruiting updates, hiring status, and other employment-related communications. Message frequency varies based on your application and hiring process. You can cancel the SMS service at any time. Just text “STOP” to the short code. After you send the SMS message “STOP” to us, we will send you an SMS message to confirm that you have been unsubscribed. After this, you will no longer receive SMS messages from us. If you want to join again, just sign up as you did the first time and we will start sending SMS messages to you again. If you are experiencing issues with the messaging program you can reply with the keyword HELP for more assistance, or you can get help directly at recruiter@wonderspring.org. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. As always, message and data rates may apply for any messages sent to you from us and to us from you. If you have any questions about your text plan or data plan, it is best to contact your wireless provider. If you have any questions regarding privacy, please read our privacy policy below. Privacy Policy We collect your mobile number and related opt-in data for the delivery of SMS messages. Your mobile opt-in data and consent will not be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes.
Candidates must possess an associate's degree in early childhood education or a related field and have at least two years of preschool classroom experience. Additionally, applicants must be able to obtain all required clearances and health assessments prior to employment.
Market context
In Pennsylvania, licensed preschool programs commonly seek lead teachers with early childhood credentials and classroom experience, so candidates with an Associate or Bachelor’s degree and at least 2 years in a licensed setting may be competitive. This role stands out when applicants can show strong communication, leadership, and the ability to meet physical classroom demands such as lifting up to 50 lbs. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your degree, experience, and availability before applying.
