Preschool Lead Teacher

Country Acres Early Learning and Child Care is seeking a passionate and dedicated Pre-Kindergarten Teacher to join our early learning team. As a Pre-K teacher, you will help children build foundational academic, social, and emotional skills through developmentally appropriate practices in a warm, nurturing, and inclusive environment. This position is ideal for educators who are enthusiastic about preparing young children for kindergarten and lifelong learning.

The hours for this position are Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM and 5:30 PM. We offer a predictable and routine schedule weekly.

The ideal candidate should:

• Have a passion for creating a nurturing, safe, and supportive learning environment that is stimulating and conducive to learning
• Have a love for children and the desire to make a difference in their lives
• Maintain a commitment to professionalism
• Have a strong desire to work collaboratively with a talented team of diverse teachers and administrators

We look forward to hearing from you!

• Develop and/or implement engaging lesson plans and play-based learning using Creative Curriculum (training provided)
• Create a safe, respectful, and welcoming classroom environment
• Support children’s development through play-based and teacher-guided activities
• Observe and assess children’s progress; communicate regularly with families
• Maintain daily routines and support social-emotional learning
• Ability to lift 40 pounds and actively engage with children at their level

• Be at least 18 years old
• Have a high school diploma or GED
• Portable Background Check (PBC) through DCYF
• DCYF MERIT registration
• Proof of negative TB test
• First Aid/CPR, Food Handler’s Permit, and Bloodborne Pathogens Training

• Within 90 days of hire, completion of:
• STARS 30-hour Initial Early Childhood Education training
• Health and Safety Trainings

• ECE Certificate or AA/BA in Early Childhood Education or related field
• Experience with Creative Curriculum or similar play-based approaches

• $18.50-$20.00 per hour depending on education level (High School Diploma, ECE initial certificate, ECE short certificate)
• Paid training and professional development
• Paid time off (vacation/sick/holidays)
• Tuition assistance via Early Achievers Program and Peninsula College
• Supportive team environment with opportunities for growth