Child Care Lead Teacher Preschool
About The Position
As a Lead Teacher, you will work alongside fellow educators, center leadership, and families to provide a warm, safe, and engaging classroom experience aligned with NAEYC standards and best practices. The role includes day-to-day support from the classroom team and center leadership to help with classroom management, smooth transitions, and compliance with ratio standards. The position is based in Stow, pays $16–$20 per hour, and has a Monday-through-Friday schedule with no evenings or weekends. Kids Country is part of Busy Bees North America, a global early learning and childcare provider. The organization describes a collaborative, supportive team environment and offers classroom support, coaching, professional development, and opportunities to grow into classroom or center leadership roles.
Requirements
- Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field, or a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential, or Career Pathway Level 3.
- Must meet all state requirements for child care employment.
Nice To Haves
- Two or more years of experience in a licensed child care setting.
- Strong communication and customer service skills.
- Ability to multitask and stay organized in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
- Ensure the safety, supervision, and well-being of children ages 6 weeks to 12 years.
- Create and implement developmentally appropriate lesson plans and curriculum.
- Develop engaging classroom activities based on children’s interests and learning styles.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming learning environment.
- Partner with families to support each child’s growth and development.
- Communicate with parents and guardians about milestones and daily progress.
- Collaborate with support staff and leadership to maintain classroom ratios and classroom flow.
- Help create a home-away-from-home for children and families.
- Inspire creativity, confidence, and social-emotional growth in young learners.
Benefits
- Tuition reimbursement for continued education and degree advancement.
- CDA credential support and advancement program.
- Child care discount for employees.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Paid time off and paid holidays.
- Company-paid life insurance.
- Professional development, coaching, mentorship, and leadership guidance.
- Classroom assistance and ratio support.
- Career growth pathways and career planning opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
