2026-27 Preschool Lead Teacher (Ages 2-3

One City Schools | Madison, Wisconsin

Full-Time Position | 40+ Hours per Week

Ready to inspire and nurture our youngest learners while leading educational innovation? One City Schools seeks a dynamic, passionate Lead Teacher to guide our preschool scholars (ages 2-3) through foundational learning experiences. Join our award-winning team at One City Preschool, where we prepare 94% of preschoolers to test kindergarten-ready.

Learn more about One City Preschool city schools.org/one-city-preschool and our Anji Play curriculum model at  Also, watch videos about our schools on our You Tube Page at  and learn more about our advocacy efforts city advocates.org.

As a Preschool Lead Teacher, you'll design and deliver engaging, developmentally appropriate curriculum using Anji Play methodology while fostering comprehensive growth across all developmental areas. You'll lead classroom instruction, mentor young learners, and help shape the foundation of our scholars' educational journey by developing essential skills including cognitive readiness, social-emotional development, physical growth, creative expression, language acquisition, independence, and cultural awareness through play-based learning in a warm, nurturing environment.

• Design and implement Anji Play curriculum experiences for ages 2-3 that integrate comprehensive developmental learning
• Foster cognitive and academic readiness through pre-literacy skills (letter recognition, phonemic awareness, storytelling) and basic numeracy concepts (counting, shapes, patterns, problem-solving)
• Develop critical thinking through exploration, questioning, and hands-on discovery activities
• Support physical development with both gross motor activities (running, jumping, climbing) and fine motor skill practice (drawing, cutting, manipulating objects)
• Facilitate creative expression through art, music, dramatic play, and open-ended activities that support cognitive development and emotional processing
• Build language and communication skills through rich conversations, vocabulary building, and diverse communication experiences
• Create purposeful lesson plans that maximize learning through play-based approaches
• Assess and adapt instruction to meet individual developmental needs across all learning areas
• Prepare children for kindergarten readiness and lifelong learning success

• Guide toddlers through critical early developmental milestones across all learning domains
• Create classroom environments that balance nurturing care with comprehensive educational experiences
• Support children's social and emotional development by providing opportunities for sharing, cooperation, conflict resolution, and emotional regulation
• Foster independence and self-care skills including age-appropriate self-help abilities, routine following, and personal responsibility
• Build secure relationships with children while encouraging peer connections and social belonging
• Promote cultural awareness and diversity through exposure to different cultures, languages, and family structures
• Encourage independence, self-esteem, and respect for individuality while building empathy and understanding
• Model loving, responsive interactions that build security and confidence in learning

• Participate in curriculum development and ongoing program reviews
• Engage in collaborative professional learning communities
• Maintain creative and orderly classroom environments
• Support family engagement and community building initiatives
• Build strong partnerships with families from diverse backgrounds

• Minimum age of 18 years with High School Diploma, GED or HSED
• Member of the Wisconsin Child Care Registry or willingness to register
• Commitment to working with infants, toddlers, and families from diverse racial/cultural populations
• Understanding of infant and toddler development and early learning best practices
• Ability to create and execute developmentally appropriate care and learning plans
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and keep up with active children

• Innovative mindset with passion for early childhood education
• Strong collaboration and communication skills
• Cultural competency and commitment to equity
• Resilience and adaptability in dynamic educational environment
• Passion for continuous improvement and professional growth

• Minimum of two years of experience working with young children
• Bilingual Spanish abilities
• Excellent judgment and creative problem-solving skills

• Competitive salary reflecting education and experience
• 11-month assignment with standard work-day and dedicated planning time
• 18 PTO days plus holidays, spring break, and two-week winter break
• Full health benefits (medical, dental, vision)
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Comprehensive professional development opportunities