Pre-K Lead Teacher

Job Description

Join Us as a Georgia Pre-K Lead Teacher and Shape the Future of Early Childhood Education!

At Child Development Schools and its local affiliate companies, we’re not just offering jobs; we’re inviting you to join a dynamic movement that’s shaping the future. We’re part of a tight‑knit community committed to empowering children and families across 11 states, providing top‑notch developmental education for ages six weeks to twelve years.

We’re seeking passionate educators and leaders to redefine childcare and support a culture of innovation, integrity, and collaboration. With over 30,000 children under our care, we’re dedicated to creating an environment where every child can thrive, supported by compassionate educators.

Joining Child Development Schools is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a comprehensive package of benefits and rewards:

• Compensation Package: Current pay rates vary based on experience, county, and 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, including coaching, mentoring, and ongoing initiatives.
• Prioritizing Well‑Being: Full‑time employees enjoy 9 company‑paid holidays and 8 days of PTO to focus on self‑care.
• Comprehensive
  
  Health Benefits:
  
  We offer a full suite of employee benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, and short‑ & long‑term disability for full‑time employees.

We are looking for dedicated professionals to oversee classroom activities, adhering to standards set by the GA Dept of Early Care and Learning and aligning with the current GA Pre‑K Curriculum. Your responsibilities include creating a nurturing environment, fostering strong bonds with families, designing and executing learning experiences across developmental areas, conducting regular assessments, and tailoring the curriculum to meet individual needs, including those with disabilities.

You will also uphold health and safety protocols, ensuring a secure and clean environment by following strict procedures for hygiene, food handling, illness management, and child supervision.

• Have a Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education, or a Bachelor’s in another field plus an Associate’s Degree in ECE, a Technical College Diploma or Certificate in ECE, a Montessori Teaching Diploma accredited by MACTE, or a valid Preschool CDA credential, and be able to pass a background check.
• 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.
• Be capable of meeting the physical demands of working with children.

We value and welcome your application, regardless of whether you meet every listed qualification. Your unique skills and experiences matter to us. Even if this role isn’t right for you, applying allows us to contact you for future opportunities.

We believe every child deserves the opportunity to thrive. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplace, providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression.

If you’re ready to take on a challenge and make a positive impact on the lives of children, we encourage you to apply today. Together, we can create a brighter future for our children and communities.

Want to learn more about Child Development Schools? We’re always looking for nurturing, innovative, and dedicated individuals to join us and explore their passion for child care and early education. Please join our Talent Network so we can keep in touch about other current and future opportunities.

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.