Lead Teacher

Lead Teacher

Children of America (COA) is a diverse organization that values early childhood education and encourages professional growth. The Lead Teacher works with a talented team in a supportive environment to inspire young learners.

Our programs serve children ages 6 weeks to 12 years
, including Infant, Toddler, Preschool, Pre‑K, Before & After Care, and Summer Camp.

• Carry out daily lesson plans.
• Create a safe, structured, and positive learning environment.
• Communicate professionally with parents, children, and team members.
• Use technology to document and deliver child progress reports.
• Show empathy toward children’s emotions and parents’ needs.
• Present age‑appropriate expectations for children.
• Demonstrate creativity, passion, and engagement.
• Show willingness to grow into a Lead Teacher role.

• Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education.
• Minimum one year of experience in a licensed childcare setting.
• Must meet all state licensing requirements.
• Strong organizational and decision‑making skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with children, families, and staff.
• Flexible and adaptable in challenging situations.
• Commitment to professional growth.

• Accountability:
  Take responsibility, learn from mistakes, and uphold COA’s mission and values.
• Collaboration:
  
  Align solutions that meet stakeholder needs.
• Growth Mindset:
  Treat challenges as opportunities for learning and growth.
• Integrity:
  Make decisions ethically and consider their impact on all stakeholders.
• Consistency:
  Ensure continuity of care and clear expectations for children and families.

• Internal career advancement opportunities.
• 50% employee childcare discount.
• Educational assistance and T.E.A.C.H. scholarship partnerships.
• Employee referral bonuses and recognition programs.
• Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, accident, disability.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid vacation and holidays.

The hourly pay rate range for this position is $14.00 to $16.00. Final compensation will be based on experience, skills, location, and internal equity. This role may also be eligible for performance‑based incentives or other benefits.

Children of America is committed to fair and transparent hiring practices. This job description complies with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) guidelines, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and state‑specific pay transparency regulations. Children of America is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status under applicable law.

Reasonable accommodations may be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. All job offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and the submission of the required state documents.