Head Preschool Teacher

Preschool Head Teacher (Age 3 –
4)

Compensation: $20–$22 per hour (based on credentials and experience) Full-time leadership role with strong classroom autonomy

The Opportunity:

The Preschool classroom is the culminating experience of the Primrose journey — the moment where everything comes together. It is the bridge between early childhood and the formal world of elementary school. Families choose Primrose intentionally. They are looking for more than care — they are looking for readiness, confidence, and joy. That is what we deliver. This is a structured, joyful, academically rich environment led by an educator who understands the weight and privilege of preparing a child for what comes next — and who delights in the magic of this age.

The Preschool classroom is full of questions, big personalities, laughter, imaginative play, and breakthrough moments that make you pause and smile. We are looking for a teacher who loves that energy — who sees both the magic and the momentum of this age.

The Role:

As our Preschool Head Teacher, you will lead a classroom of four- and five-year-olds through a developmentally grounded curriculum that prepares them — academically, socially, and emotionally — for pre-kindergarten and beyond.

Your classroom will reflect your joy, your planning, your standards, and your passion for readiness. You will:

• Design and deliver daily lessons aligned with Balanced Learning® Preschool curriculum frameworks
• Build early literacy foundations through engaging, hands-on experiences that strengthen phonological awareness, print concepts, vocabulary, and comprehension
• Develop early math skills: number sense, counting, patterns, shapes, and problem-solving
• Foster executive function skills: self-regulation, attention, and task completion
• Prepare students for kindergarten transitions, including school-day structure and behavioral expectations
• Conduct ongoing developmental assessments and communicate results clearly to families
• Lead strong family partnership practices — including conferences, daily updates, and milestone communication
• Mentor and model for assistant teachers within your classroom

Who Thrives Here:

We are looking for a professional who is:

• A skilled educator with deep knowledge of Preschool development and academic readiness (3-5 years preferred)
• An intentional planner who values curriculum, creativity, and joyful learning
• Confident in leading family conferences and delivering developmental feedback
• A strong classroom manager who maintains high expectations with warmth
• Credentialed and committed to ongoing professional growth
• Understands that laughter and joy are cornerstones of the learning environment

Education:

Degree in Early Childhood Education or Elementary Education required;
Virginia teaching licensure or CDA a plus

Why Join Primrose Stafford at Embrey Mill?

• A joyful, professional environment where your work truly matters
• Engaged franchise owners invested in culture and your growth
• On-site leadership team that shows up for you daily
• High-quality, purpose-built, safety-focused facilities
• Exclusive Balanced Learning® curriculum with full digital support
• Paid professional development and certification support
• Daily complimentary snacks and refreshments to support your energy during a demanding day
• Long-term team culture — not a revolving door
• The Nexus -- our dedicated staff space for collaboration, restoration, professional growth, and quiet reflection

Benefits:

• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Free food & snacks
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

The Impact:

In the Preschool room, we are handing families a gift: a child who is ready. Ready to learn. Ready to participate. Ready to thrive. Our top priority is delivering a great experience for children, their families, and the broader community.

If this sounds like the kind of classroom you want to lead — we would love to meet you. Apply today and join us as a Founding Faculty member at a school built to endure.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.