Preschool Lead Teacher

Benefits:

• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule

Preschool Lead Teacher - Early Childhood Education
The Learning Experience - Cascade
Grand Rapids, MI
Pay: $17-$20 per hour, based on experience and qualifications
Schedule: Full-Time, Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM-6:00 PM

The best Preschool classrooms are places where children ask questions, try new things, make mistakes, solve problems, and can't wait to discover what's next.

The Learning Experience - Cascade is seeking an experienced Preschool Lead Teacher to create that kind of classroom every day.

You'll bring our curriculum to life while helping children strengthen the academic, social-emotional, communication, and independence skills that prepare them for their next stage of learning.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead an engaging and well-organized Preschool classroom
• Implement The Learning Experience's L.E.A.P. Curriculum
• Support early literacy, math, science, language, creativity, and social-emotional development
• Create hands-on learning experiences based on children's interests and developmental needs
• Encourage problem-solving, independence, communication, and collaboration
• Use positive guidance and effective classroom management
• Observe and document children's progress and development
• Guide and support Assistant Teachers
• Develop positive relationships and communicate regularly with families
• Maintain a safe, organized, and welcoming classroom
• Follow Michigan licensing and center requirements

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Previous professional preschool, childcare, or early childhood classroom experience required
• Preschool teaching experience strongly preferred
• CDA, Early Childhood Education coursework, degree, or other qualifying credential preferred
• Must meet Michigan requirements to serve as a Lead Caregiver
• Strong classroom leadership, communication, and organizational skills

What We Offer

• $17-$20 per hour, based on experience and qualifications
• Full-time Monday-Friday schedule
• Health, dental, and vision benefits for eligible employees
• Paid time off
• Paid training and professional development
• Employee childcare discount
• Career growth and advancement opportunities

Apply today to join The Learning Experience - Cascade and lead a Preschool classroom where children are excited to learn.