CHI St Joseph Children's Health·East Lampeter Township, Pennsylvania
The Lead Teacher plans, organizes, and implements instructional programs to foster a positive and inclusive learning environment for children. They also engage families as essential partners in the child's development and success.
Where You’ll Work CHI St.
Joseph Children’s Health is dedicated to improving the health of children and families by improving access, linking families to care, coordinating health-related services and providing clinical programs, while serving as a leading voice in collaborative efforts to improve the health and well-being of the Lancaster, PA community.
Every child has a unique health journey; the goal of CHI St.
Joseph Children’s Health is to serve as a supportive voice and companion for children and families along their path to growing up healthy and happy.
CHI St.
Joseph Children's Health is an equal opportunity employer.
All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status.
CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health.
With more than 700 care sites across the U.S. & from clinics and hospitals to home-based care and virtual care services CommonSpirit is accessible to nearly one out of every four U.S. residents.
Our world needs compassion like never before.
Our communities need caring and our families need protection.
With our combined resources CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable and innovating how and where healing can happen both inside our hospitals and out in the community.
Job Summary and Responsibilities The Lead Teacher, supported by Assistant Teachers, works with the leadership of the childcare and early childhood education programs of CHI St.
Joseph Children’s Health to foster a positive and inclusive childcare environment that encourages developmentally appropriate learning, exploration and discovery for children and their families.
The Lead Teacher plans, organizes and implements an appropriate instructional program at the St.
John Neumann School for Children and Families that guides and encourages children to develop and fulfill their potential while engaging the family as an essential element in the success and development of every child.
Plans, prepares and delivers lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning consistent with the philosophies and objectives of the St.
John Neumann School for Children and Families.
Develops lesson plans, special activities and student assessments that are in accordance with established procedures.
Greeting parents, children, and other staff members.
Maintaining positive interactions with parents, children, and other staff members Demonstrates preparation and skill in working with students from diverse cultural, economic and ability backgrounds.
Encourages parent and community involvement Job Requirements Required High School Graduate, upon hire or High School GED, upon hire and Bachelors Other, upon hire Preferred None, upon hire
Candidates must hold a high school diploma or GED and a bachelor's degree. The role requires the ability to work effectively with students from diverse cultural, economic, and ability backgrounds.
Market context
In Pennsylvania, classroom teacher openings often draw candidates with early-childhood or childcare experience, especially when child development knowledge and classroom routines are part of the role. These positions can be competitive because employers look for strong organization, communication, time management, and current First Aid/CPR certification. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, then confirm the original posting for any credential or schedule details before applying.