Part Time Lead Teacher

Child Development Schools, Inc. • Bryant, AR

19d • $13 - $15

About The Position

As a Lead Teacher at Child Development Schools, you will create a classroom environment centered on discovery, creativity, learning, and joy. You will guide children through meaningful experiences that encourage curiosity, confidence, kindness, and growth, using hands-on activities, storytelling, and everyday learning moments to help children feel safe, supported, and eager to explore.

The role includes planning and delivering age-appropriate classroom lessons and activities; maintaining a safe, organized classroom that meets licensing and ratio requirements; observing and documenting each child's development and regularly sharing progress with families; communicating with parents daily and through scheduled conferences; and completing documentation such as attendance, incident reports, and assessments.

Pay is $13–$15 per hour, based on experience and education. The listed benefits are offered to full-time employees. Child Development Schools is a childcare and early education provider with more than 270 centers across 11 states, serving over 30,000 children ages six weeks to twelve years. The company states a commitment to high-quality developmental education, supporting families and communities, and workplace diversity, equity, and inclusion. It provides equal employment opportunities without regard to the protected characteristics listed in the posting.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years old.
• Have a high school diploma or GED.
• Be able to pass a background check.
• Complete 12 hours of childcare training within 30 days of hire; the employer will help with completion.
• Genuinely care for children and be committed to their safety and well-being.
• Have strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships with families.
• Have the physical ability to meet the demands of working with young children.

Nice To Haves

• A degree or coursework in Early Childhood Education.
• Prior experience in a licensed childcare center.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver age-appropriate lessons and activities for the classroom.
• Keep the classroom safe, organized, and compliant with licensing and ratio requirements.
• Observe and document each child's development and share progress with families regularly.
• Build relationships with parents through daily communication and scheduled conferences.
• Complete required documentation, including attendance, incident reports, and assessments.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability insurance for full-time employees.
• 401(k) for full-time employees.
• Nine company-paid holidays and eight days of PTO for full-time employees.
• 50% tuition discount for employees' own children enrolled at a Child Development Schools center.
• Up to $5,250 in annual tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Access to PerkSpot discounts on major brands and services.
• Employee Assistance Program offering professional and confidential services to support employees and their loved ones' quality of life.
• Coaching, mentoring, and ongoing professional development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED