Preschool Lead Teacher

The Learning Experience•Manassas, VA

20h•Onsite

About The Position

The Learning Experience - Manassas City is hiring a Preschool Lead Teacher to lead a classroom and create engaging learning experiences that support young children’s early academic skills, friendships, creativity, independence, and kindergarten readiness. The teacher implements the L.E.A.P. Curriculum and supports children’s development through hands-on, developmentally appropriate activities in literacy, math, science, language, creativity, and social-emotional learning. The position involves taking ownership of daily classroom routines, guiding and collaborating with Assistant Teachers, observing and documenting children’s developmental progress, and communicating regularly with families. The teacher maintains a safe, organized, engaging classroom and follows Virginia childcare licensing, health, and safety requirements. The role is full-time, Monday through Friday, with a schedule of either 9:00 AM–6:00 PM or 8:30 AM–5:30 PM. Pay is $18.00–$20.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.

Requirements

Previous professional preschool or early childhood classroom experience.
Strong understanding of preschool development and kindergarten readiness.
Experience planning and implementing developmentally appropriate learning activities.
Strong classroom management, communication, and teamwork skills.
Creative, patient, dependable, and organized.
Must meet applicable Virginia Lead Teacher qualifications, background screening, and regulatory requirements.

Nice To Haves

Child Development Associate (CDA) credential.
Previous Lead Teacher or classroom leadership experience.

Responsibilities

Lead daily preschool classroom routines and learning activities.
Implement The Learning Experience’s L.E.A.P. Curriculum.
Create engaging learning experiences in literacy, math, science, language, creativity, and social-emotional development.
Encourage children’s independence, problem-solving, and positive peer relationships.
Support kindergarten readiness through hands-on, developmentally appropriate learning.
Use positive behavior guidance and maintain consistent classroom routines.
Observe and document children’s developmental progress.
Guide and collaborate with Assistant Teachers.
Build relationships and communicate regularly with families.
Maintain a safe, organized, and engaging classroom.
Follow Virginia childcare licensing, health, and safety requirements.