Lead Teacher

The Learning Experience - Collierville, TN • Collierville, TN

39d

About The Position

Join HAPPY Early Childhood Academic childcare center as a Lead Teacher. The center focuses on developing children from infancy to preschool, making early education and daycare joyful, engaging, and fun so children can learn, play, and grow. The Lead Teacher creates age-appropriate learning experiences, maintains a safe and organized classroom, monitors children’s development, communicates with families, and collaborates with fellow teachers.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• At least 18 years of age.
• At least 2 years of experience as a lead teacher within a childcare center.
• Ability to meet state and local childcare licensing requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree or higher in Early Childhood Education (ECE) or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Create engaging, age-appropriate lesson plans and activities.
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized classrooms where children can explore and learn.
• Monitor children’s growth and development, understand key milestones, and celebrate their progress.
• Build relationships with families and share daily updates and cheerful moments through the mobile app.
• Collaborate with fellow teachers to create a supportive and happy learning environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED