VPK Lead Teacher

Job Description

Join Us as a VPK Lead Teacher and Shape the Future of Early Childhood Education!

At Child Development Schools and (local affiliate companies), we’re not just offering jobs; we’re inviting you to join a dynamic movement that shapes the future. We are a tight‑knit community that empowers children and families across 11 states, providing developmental education for ages six weeks to twelve years. With over 30,000 children under our care, we are committed to creating an environment where every child thrives, supported by compassionate educators.

• Compensation Package: Current pay rates for this position vary based on years of experience, the county in which you are employed, and your educational qualifications.
• Family‑Centered Benefits: Receive 50% off tuition for your children and exclusive access to Perk Spot for savings on major brands and services.
• Investment in Your Growth: Access up to $5,250 in tuition reimbursement and tailored professional development opportunities. Benefit from coaching, mentoring, and ongoing development initiatives to enhance your skills.
• Prioritizing Well‑being: Full‑time employees enjoy 9 company‑paid holidays and 8 days of PTO to focus on self‑care and recharge when needed.
• Comprehensive
  
  Health Benefits:
  
  We offer a full suite of employee benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, and short‑ and long‑term disability for full‑time employees.

In this pivotal role, you will manage classroom activities, foster a nurturing and positive relationship with both children and their families, and implement a wide range of learning experiences. These experiences will cover physical health, social‑emotional development, and academic skills, including logic, language, literacy, and more. Your responsibilities extend to conducting detailed assessments to tailor instruction and support each child’s unique journey, including those with disabilities.

Our holistic approach values outdoor activities as much as indoor settings, with both designed to encourage active, engaged learning. Adhering to stringent health and safety guidelines, maintaining thorough documentation, and ensuring open communication with parents are also key aspects of your role.

• Hold a high school diploma or GED, completion of DCF 45 hours, one year of experience in a children’s classroom, and the ability to pass a background check. Additionally, possess one of the following: a CDA or FCCPC with VPK training, or a degree in education or child development with specific qualifications for teaching children from birth through 8 years of age.
• Have genuine empathy and understanding of children’s needs and development.
• Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Exhibit flexibility and adaptability to meet community needs and respond to changing circumstances.
• Capable of meeting the physical demands of working with children.

Child Development Schools provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.