Lead Teachers
Lawrence Day School
Job Description
Job Description
About This Role
Now Hiring: Lead Teachers & Summer Help
We’re looking for nurturing, dedicated, and enthusiastic early childhood educators to join our team! We currently have openings for:
As a Lead Teacher, you’ll be responsible for creating a warm, engaging, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment that supports each child’s growth and learning. You’ll plan and implement daily lessons, maintain communication with families, and work collaboratively with your classroom team.
Schedule: Shifts vary between 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM, Monday through Friday.
Employment Type: Full-time
Curriculum: Creative Curriculum
We Offer:
- Competitive pay based on education and experience
- Health insurance – we cover 80% of the premium and staff pay 20%
- Paid time off and some federal holidays
- Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
- Supportive team environment
- Opportunity to grow within our expanding program.
If you're ready to join us and help us create a committed teaching team, we'd love to hear from you!
What You'll Do- Plan and implement engaging, developmentally appropriate lesson plans using the creative curriculum and monthly themes.
- Create a safe, nurturing, and structured classroom environment.
- Assess children’s progress and maintain communication with families.
- Collaborate with colleagues and administration to ensure program success.
- Follow state licensing requirements and center policies.
- Cleanliness and upkeep of classroom.
- CDA or Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood (preferred).
- Experience in a child care setting in the rooms applying for.
- Strong classroom management and organizational skills.
- Warm, professional, and team-oriented approach.
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional Development Assistance
- Vision insurance
All Insurance Plans are covered 80% / 20%
About UsWelcome to Lawrence Day School , a trusted child care center and preschool serving the Lawrenceville, NJ, community since 1981. With over four decades of experience, we are dedicated to providing a nurturing, safe, and engaging environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive.
At Lawrence Day School, we believe in fostering a love for learning through play-based activities, developmentally appropriate curriculum, and a caring team of educators. Our experienced staff is committed to supporting each child's unique developmental journey, ensuring they build a strong foundation for future success.
We take pride in being a cornerstone of early childhood education in our community, offering a warm and welcoming space where children feel valued, inspired, and encouraged to explore the world around them.
Join the Lawrence Day School family and experience the difference of quality care and education that has stood the test of time!
Vacancy posted 8 days ago
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