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Childcare Lead Teacher

Color Our Rainbow Academy·Akron, Ohio

$17 - $20/hr·Full Time·On Site·2-5 yrs·
Posted 14 days ago
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About the role

The Lead Teacher is responsible for creating and implementing developmentally appropriate lesson plans while fostering a safe and nurturing classroom environment. They will also mentor teammates, build strong family partnerships, and ensure compliance with all licensing standards.

Job DetailsJob Location

  • CORA -
  • Akron,
  • OH 44305Position
  • Type:
  • Full
  • TimeEducation
  • Level: 2
  • Year
  • DegreeSalary
  • Range: $17.00 - $20.00
  • HourlyJob
  • Shift:
  • AnyJob
  • Category:
  • EducationNow
  • Hiring: Experienced Lead Child Care Teacher Lead with Purpose. Inspire Through Play. Build Bright Futures. At Color Our Rainbow Academy and Small Hands Big Dreams, we believe exceptional teachers change lives. We're looking for an experienced Lead Child Care Teacher for our Preschool room; who is passionate about early childhood education and committed to creating meaningful learning experiences for young children. If you believe learning happens through exploration, creativity, laughter, and nurturing relationships—and you're ready to lead a classroom with confidence—we'd love to meet you. As a Lead Teacher, you'll play an essential role in guiding children's development while mentoring teammates, building strong family partnerships, and creating engaging classroom environments where every child can thrive. Full-time and part-time opportunities for float and assistant positions as well. Why Color Our Rainbow Academy? For 25 years, Color Our Rainbow Academy has earned the highest quality ratings in Ohio by investing in exceptional educators and providing children with outstanding early learning experiences. We are more than a childcare center—we are a community dedicated to helping children, families, and teachers grow together.
  • Our team lives our
  • CORE
  • Values every day: Fun Passionate Customer Focus Integrity Innovation Teamwork If you're looking for a place where your experience is valued, your voice is heard, and your career can continue to grow, you've found it.
  • What
  • You'll
  • Do
  • As a
  • Lead
  • Teacher, you will: Create and implement engaging, developmentally appropriate lesson plans and hands-on learning experiences. Foster a safe, nurturing, and inclusive classroom environment where children feel valued and supported. Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of every child through active supervision and adherence to licensing standards. Build meaningful relationships with families through daily communication, photos, videos, classroom updates, and developmental conversations. Observe, assess, and support each child's individual growth and developmental milestones. Lead classroom routines while maintaining a positive, organized, and engaging learning environment. Collaborate with fellow teachers and leadership to provide the highest quality care and education. Serve as a positive role model by demonstrating professionalism, leadership, and a commitment to continuous learning.
  • What
  • We're
  • Looking
  • For
  • We're seeking experienced educators who: Have previous experience working in a licensed early childhood program. Demonstrate a genuine passion for educating and nurturing young children. Understand child development and age-appropriate teaching practices. Build positive relationships with children, families, and coworkers. Are dependable, positive, energetic, and committed to excellence. Enjoy working as part of a collaborative team while confidently leading a classroom. Take pride in creating fun, engaging learning experiences every day. Benefits We believe great teachers deserve great support.
  • We offer: Competitive pay based on experience Paid professional development and career advancement opportunities Supportive leadership and collaborative team culture Begin earning Paid Time Off (PTO) on Day One Paid major holidays Paid birthday off Health insurance options Opportunities to grow your career within a company that promotes from within Ready to Make a Difference? If you're an experienced early childhood educator who believes every day is an opportunity to inspire curiosity, build confidence, and make learning unforgettable, we'd love to welcome you to the Color our Rainbow Academy and Small Hands Big Dreams family. Qualifications I. Educational Requirements A.
  • Meet all state licensing qualifications (5101:2-12-27) B. CPL 3 or higher II. Physical Requirements A. Lifting and carrying children that may weigh 10- 70lbs. B. Stand up to 90% of the day while supervising the safety of the children

Requirements

Candidates must have previous experience in a licensed early childhood program and meet state licensing qualifications, including a CPL 3 or higher. A 2-year degree is required, along with the physical ability to lift children and stand for extended periods.

  • associate degree
  • Mentoring
  • Leadership
  • Collaboration
  • Professionalism
  • Safety compliance
  • Lesson planning
  • Family communication
  • Child development
  • Classroom management
  • Early childhood education
  • Active supervision
  • Developmental assessment

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Career advancement opportunities
  • Paid professional development
  • Paid major holidays
  • Paid birthday off

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$17 - $20/hr
Location
Akron, Ohio
Posted
Aug 5, 2026
Closes
Aug 31, 2026
Application
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Color Our Rainbow Academy

Flexible. Fun. Family focused.™ Our Mission: To provide preschool education and childcare which in turn enhances and strengthens society. We recognize the importance of everyone and display a high degree of empathy and respect for others. We maintain close relationships with one...

Salary listed on 4 jobs
IndustryPrimary and Secondary Education
TypeEducational
Size11-50 employees
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Childcare Lead Teacher openings in Ohio are often driven by steady demand for experienced staff who can support classroom routines, safety, and family communication. This role is competitive because employers typically prefer candidates with prior childcare experience, and a CDA or Early Childhood Education degree can strengthen your application; requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving you research time. Before applying, confirm your background and health check readiness and highlight any hands-on classroom experience.

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