Early Childhood Lead Teacher
Listed on 2026-08-19
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Education / Teaching
Early Childhood Education, Preschool / Daycare, Child Development/Support -
Child Care/Nanny
Preschool / Daycare, Child Development/Support
$14 - $17/hour
Do you see teaching young children as more than a job? At Early Learning Academies our teachers are educators who shape the future every single day. We’re looking for passionate, qualified teachers who want to grow in their careers while making a lasting difference for children and families.
There is a special place for you to be a part of the Early Learning Academies (ELA) community with Excel Creative Early Learning!
Exciting Opportunity:We are on the lookout for a passionate Lead Teacher to join our team! If you have EDU 119 and an additional 12 semester hours in Early Childhood Education (ECE), we would love to hear from you. A degree in ECE is preferred, but what matters most is your enthusiasm and dedication to making a difference in the lives of young learners!
Pay Range
$14—$17 USD
Why You’ll Love Working Here- Competitive pay with clear wage levels for your experience & education
- Paid training, ongoing coaching and in-service learning to strengthen your classroom practice.
- Affordable health, dental, and vision benefits
- Paid holidays and Paid Time off
- 401K with company match
- No nights or weekends — ever
- A supportive, family-like team culture
- At least 18 years old with a HS diploma or GED
- EDU 119 and 12+ hours of ECE coursework (or currently enrolled and working toward it)
- Experience teaching young children
- A love for teaching young children and supporting their growth
- Ability to meet all state and federal childcare licensing requirements
Grow With Us
We believe in promoting from within. Many of our Lead Teachers move into Mentor, Assistant Director, and Center Director roles. Your career path in early childhood education can start right here.
_Early Learning Academies (ELA) is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law._
A Growing Network of Trusted Early Childhood Learning Centers from Coast to Coast!
Early Learning Academies fosters children's innate curiosity through engaging, age-appropriate activities, focusing on social-emotional wellness and building self-confidence in a nurturing environment.
Education Administration Programs Health and Human Services Government Administration
Company size 501–1,000 employees
Company type Privately held
Total funding 0
Momentum
Team growthMomentum
Team growth 9% in 12 mo104 employees on Linked In
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Employee experience
What it’s like inside2.1
17 reviews
14% would recommend
Culture & values
Culture & values 1.9
Work-life balance
Work-life balance 2.2
Career opportunities
Career opportunities 2.3
Compensation & benefits 2.0
Capital
Funding historyFootprint
Where they workMcLean, VA 22102, US
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