Learning Care Group·Chandler, Arizona
The Lead Teacher is responsible for planning, assessing, and instructing children aged birth to 3 years while mentoring fellow staff members. They must also manage classroom operations, implement curriculum, and build strong relationships with families.
Early Head Start provides early education for children birth to 3 years old, parent involvement and family support, and comprehensive health and nutrition education for children. The Lead Teacher is responsible for all aspects of planning, assessing and instructing based on the needs of each child, and the requirements of the program. We want change makers who never stop being curious, inventive, and open-hearted to prepare children for Kindergarten and beyond!
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, company standards and Headstart program requirements.
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:
Associate’s Degree or higher in Early Childhood Education or CDA in Infant/Toddler
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.
Candidates must hold an Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or a CDA in Infant/Toddler. Previous experience leading a classroom and creating educational lesson plans is required.
Market context
Arizona classroom teacher roles are typically in steady demand, especially in early childhood settings where schools and programs need educators with the right coursework and clearances. These positions can be competitive because employers often look for degree alignment, a Level One fingerprint clearance card, and a valid Arizona Driver’s License, while benefits such as PTO, medical coverage, and retirement options can influence decisions. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your coursework and clearance status before applying.