Program Lead Positions CDA or Certified is negoti

• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

Inspire. Lead. Shape the Future.

Locations: Multiple Locations (Richmond Area)

Schedule: Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities Available

Compensation: Starting at $16.00/hour (increases based on experience) so let's negotiate.

Are you an enthusiastic early childhood educator ready to step into a role where your leadership, creativity, and passion are truly celebrated? At Foundations Learning Academy, we believe exceptional teachers change lives.

As a Classroom Program Lead, you’ll do more than manage a classroom—you’ll foster curiosity, mentor growing educators, and create a warm, joyful environment where young minds thrive every single day.

• Competitive Starting Pay: Starting at $17.00/hour, scaling up with your credentials and experience.
• Career Development &
  
  Coaching:
  
  Continuous mentorship, training, and real opportunities for leadership advancement.
• Collaborative & Uplifting Culture: Work with an empowering team where respect, teamwork, and employee well-being come first.
• Fulfilling Impact: Be the driving force behind children hitting key developmental milestones and unlocking their full potential.

• Lead an Inspiring Classroom: Design and maintain a safe, vibrant, and nurturing environment where children grow socially, emotionally, and cognitively.
• Bring Learning to Life: Plan and deliver hands-on, play-based curriculum that sparks wonder, creativity, and school readiness.
• Mentor & Empower Your Team: Support, guide, and collaborate with Assistant Teachers to model best practices and foster a positive team dynamic.
• Partner with Families: Build strong, trust-based relationships with parents through open communication and celebratory progress updates.
• Ensure Standards of Excellence: Maintain proper staff-to-child ratios and uphold all Virginia state licensing, health, and safety regulations.

• Prior experience working in early childhood education, preschool, or a childcare setting.
• Proven leadership qualities or supervisory experience (preferred).
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• A heart for working with children, a collaborative mindset, and a commitment to excellence.

• CDA, Associate's Degree, or Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education (or related field).
• Knowledge of Virginia childcare licensing regulations.
• Current CPR & First Aid Certification (or willingness to obtain within 30 days).

Foundations Learning Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Janet

A. Taylor-Gooden,

D.Div., PCC, RMA

Professional Life Enrichment & Transition Coach

Foundations Learning Academy