Lead Teacher- VA

Children of America • Stafford, VA

8d • $17 - $19

About The Position

Children of America (COA), a nationally accredited preschool with more than 65 locations across 18 states, is hiring a Lead Teacher. The role works alongside a team of educators in a supportive environment that encourages professional growth and passion for early childhood education. COA serves children from 6 weeks to 12 years across infant, toddler, preschool, pre-K, before- and after-care, and summer camp programs. The Lead Teacher interacts daily with children, parents, management, and teaching staff to support a collaborative, positive learning environment. The position leads classroom instruction using COA's Mind and Body Matters curriculum and is expected to uphold the organization’s values of accountability, collaboration, growth mindset, integrity, and consistency. Job offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and submission of required state documents.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Early Childhood Education.
• At least 1 year of experience in a licensed childcare setting.
• CPR and First Aid certification.
• Meet all state licensing requirements.
• Strong organizational and decision-making skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with children, families, and staff.
• Flexibility and adaptability in challenging situations.
• Commitment to professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Carry out daily lesson plans.
• Assist in creating a safe, structured, and positive learning environment.
• Communicate professionally with parents, children, and team members.
• Use technology to document and deliver child progress reports.
• Show empathy toward children's emotions and parents' needs.
• Set age-appropriate expectations for children.
• Lead classroom instruction using COA's Mind and Body Matters curriculum.
• Bring creativity, passion, and engagement to the work.
• Take responsibility, learn from mistakes, and uphold COA's mission and values.
• Collaborate on solutions that meet stakeholder needs.
• Treat challenges as opportunities for learning and growth.
• Make ethical decisions and consider their impact on stakeholders.
• Ensure continuity of care and clear expectations for children and families.

Benefits

• Internal career advancement opportunities.
• 50% employee childcare discount.
• Educational assistance and T.E.A.C.H. scholarship partnerships.
• Employee referral bonuses and recognition programs.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, accident, and disability benefits.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.
• May be eligible for performance-based incentives or other benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree