Childcare Lead Three-Year-Old Teacher

Child Development Schools • Gilbert, AZ

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About The Position

As a Lead Teacher at Sunrise Preschools, you will create a classroom environment filled with discovery, creativity, learning, and joy. You will guide children through meaningful experiences that encourage curiosity, confidence, kindness, and growth. Through hands-on activities, storytelling, and everyday learning, you will help create a warm and welcoming setting where children feel safe, supported, and excited to explore. You will serve as a trusted partner to families, a positive role model for children, and a member of a collaborative teaching team focused on engaging, nurturing, safe, and fun early childhood education. The role is assigned to a Three-year-old classroom in Gilbert, Arizona.

Child Development Schools is a childcare and early education provider with more than 270 centers across 11 states, serving over 30,000 children from six weeks to twelve years old. The organization is committed to high-quality developmental education and supporting the families and communities it serves, and to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. It provides equal employment opportunities regardless of protected characteristics.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years old.
• Have at least 6–12 months of experience working in a childcare facility.
• 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 the employee complete this training.
• Show genuine care for children and commitment 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 assigned Three-year-old classroom.
• Keep the classroom safe and organized, and comply with licensing and ratio requirements.
• Observe and document each child's development and share progress regularly with families.
• Build relationships with parents through daily communication and scheduled conferences.
• Complete required documentation, including attendance, incident reports, and assessments.

What This Job Offers

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