Lead Preschool Teacher
Company: Premier Early Childhood Education Partners
Location: Apex
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
Description Position at The Growing Years The Growing Years of
Apex is a licensed childcare center seeking Lead Teachers to
support the following age groups: Preschool To be QUALIFIED for the
Lead Teacher opportunity, we require a high school diploma and the
ability to pass all background checks. We also require an
associate's or a bachelor's degree in early childhood education or
a a completed associate's or bachelor's degree with at least 12
credits of early childhood education or their equivalent. Required
Shift: Monday - Friday: 9:00am - 6:00pm Compensation: $17-$19 per
hour, based on education and experience We are a family-oriented,
close-knit organization and we have a lot to offer our next team
member including: Competitive Pay Paid Trainings, including
Enhanced Career and Professional Development Generous Benefits
Package, including Dental, Medical, and Vision Insurance 401k with
Match Discounts for Childcare Fun and Positive Place to Work Open
Door Policy Shirts and Swag - we love to show appreciation for our
teachers! Our Hiring Process for Lead Preschool Teachers: Resume
screen Phone screen with recruiter (30 minutes) On-site interview
with Center Director (30-60 minutes) Q&A Classroom observation
Offer Main Job Responsibilities for Lead Teachers: Prepare lesson
plans that are developmentally appropriate one week in advance
using current curriculum guides. Implement lesson plans/curriculum
on a weekly basis covering all areas of child development and carry
out lesson plans according to classroom schedule/daily routine; Use
our parent communication app efficiently. Establish a professional
level of rapport with each family to provide quality care for the
children. Responsible for the safety and well-being of each child,
responding to their emotional needs; and maintaining an organized,
clean, safe, and appropriately decorated classroom. Maintain a
child assessment and portfolio for each child, as well as conduct
biannual parent/teacher conferences during the month of November
and May. Physical ability to work around small children including
sitting, standing, walking, running, and climbing stairs. Ability
to lift and carry up to 40 lbs. and fulfill all physical
requirements of the role. Carry out the daily responsibilities of
the classroom relating to the care of the children. If you have a
positive attitude, love working with children and desire to work in
a fun and professional environment, we encourage you to apply
today! The Growing Years is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We
embrace and celebrate diversity and inclusivity. We do not tolerate
any kind of discrimination in our hiring processes against any
groups protected by federal, state, or local law. PECEPEDU1
Keywords: Premier Early Childhood Education Partners, Danville , Lead Preschool Teacher, Education / Teaching , Apex, Virginia
