Lead Early Childhood Teacher

Lead Early Childhood Teacher

Join Our Team!

We are seeking a passionate, experienced, and dependable Lead Early Childhood Teacher to lead a classroom and create a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment. We are looking for an educator who is committed to children's development, demonstrates strong leadership skills, and can guide and support classroom staff while building positive relationships with families.

The ideal candidate is organized, patient, proactive, and knowledgeable about developmentally appropriate teaching practices. This individual will take responsibility for classroom operations, curriculum implementation, child development documentation, and maintaining the highest standards of safety, hygiene, and care.

Position Summary

The Lead Early Childhood Teacher plays a pivotal role in planning, leading, and implementing engaging educational activities that support children's social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development. The Lead Teacher establishes positive classroom routines, encourages language development and social skills, and uses constructive guidance to help children learn and grow.

This position is responsible for managing daily classroom operations, maintaining accurate records and child portfolios, supervising and mentoring assistant teachers, and communicating regularly with parents about children's progress and well-being.

The Lead Teacher serves as a role model for classroom staff and helps ensure compliance with Fractal Education Group policies, Child Care Licensing requirements, and applicable regulations.

Reports To: The School’s Program Director

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, plan, implement, and adapt a developmentally appropriate curriculum that supports children's learning and developmental milestones.
• Provide classroom leadership and maintain a positive, engaging, and organized learning environment.
• Supervise, mentor, and support assistant teachers and classroom support staff.
• Establish consistent classroom routines and use positive guidance and constructive redirection strategies.
• Maintain continuous supervision of all children and ensure accurate headcounts and appropriate child-to-staff ratios at all times.
• Build warm, professional relationships with current and prospective parents and family members, responding promptly to questions and feedback.
• Communicate with parents regarding children's progress, development, behavior, and classroom experiences.
• Notify parents promptly when a child becomes ill, is injured, or experiences significant behavioral or developmental changes.
• Create, maintain, and routinely update children's developmental portfolios and classroom records.
• Keep the Program Director informed of any concerns affecting children's care, health, safety, or well-being.
• Follow all Fractal Education Group policies and applicable governmental regulations regarding child care and education.
• Understand and fulfill all legal responsibilities as a mandated reporter.
• Meet required professional development hours and applicable Texas Rising Star (TRS) and Child Care Licensing requirements.
• Participate in required staff meetings, center events, parent meetings, and parent-teacher conferences.
• Assist with center-wide duties and other responsibilities as needed.

Requirements & Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Child Development Associate (CDA) credential desired.
• Two to three years of experience in early childhood education required.
• Experience working with young children in a classroom setting preferred.
• Must meet applicable state education and regulatory requirements.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification required, or willingness to obtain certification upon hire.
• Ability to pass required criminal background checks and maintain an “Eligible” status with Child Care Licensing.
• Strong classroom management, leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to supervise and mentor assistant teachers while maintaining a collaborative team environment.
• Commitment to children's safety, development, and well-being.
• Ability to communicate professionally with families, coworkers, and administration.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Employee assistance program.
• Company-sponsored events and activities.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Ready to make a difference? Apply today!

Join our school and become part of a team dedicated to creating a safe, supportive, and enriching learning environment for children and families.

Pay: $13.00 - $15.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Work Location: In person