Preschool Lead Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

There are two types of teaching environments:

Ones where you’re just trying to get through the day...and ones where the classroom runs well because the teacher leads it well.

Sunshine Schoolhouse is the second kind of preschool.

We’re looking for a teacher who is dependable, engaged, and takes real ownership of their classroom. Someone who shows up prepared, leads with confidence, and creates a space where children (and teammates) thrive.

What This Role Actually Requires

This is an active, engaging role where teachers are involved and present throughout the day. This role is a great fit for teachers who take pride in their work and are looking to grow in a supportive, well-run environment.

As a teacher at Sunshine Schoolhouse, you will:

• Keep children actively engaged in meaningful experiences
• Maintain a clean, organized, calm environment
• Communicate consistently and professionally with families and staff
• Keep things running smoothly, even when the day gets busy.
• Follow through on responsibilities consistently, especially the small details that make a big difference.

Success here means your classroom feels:
- Calm but active
- Structured but joyful
- Organized and predictable (for both children and staff)

Who Thrives Here

You’ll do very well in this role if you:

• Show up consistently and on time (this is essential, not optional)
• Take ownership of your classroom and your role
• Are naturally engaged, interactive, and present with children
• Have a can-do, solution-oriented mindset
• Are open to feedback and committed to growing - we offer onboarding, ongoing training, and opportunities for advancement
• Bring both warmth and professionalism into your work
• You follow through. You do what you say you'll do, every time
• You notice what needs to be done and take care of it without being asked

You May Find This Role Challenging If...

We believe in being respectful and upfront. This role may be a challenge if you:

• Struggle with attendance or reliability
• Prefer to “stand back” instead of actively engaging with children
• Are resistant to feedback or new approaches
• Often overlook details or need reminders to complete responsibilities

We are a consistent, dependable team and we’re looking for people who add to that.

Why Teachers Choose to Stay Here

Our teachers have a long tenure. We are intentional about building a workplace where strong teachers can do their best work.

• Supportive Leadership – Our director is hands-on, encouraging, and works every day to make Tangerine a fun place to be.
• Clear Expectations – You will always know what is expected of you (no guessing, no chaos)
• Team That Works Together – Classrooms run well because staff support each other
• Professional Environment – We take pride in how we show up and how we serve families
• Competitive Pay – We work to stay competitive within our area with opportunitites for growth and development
• High Standards, Clearly Communicated - We believe consistency and follow-through are important to young children, families, and our team

Most importantly, this is a place where dependable, engaged teachers are valued, and it shows.

Requirements

• 21+ years old
• Reliable transportation
• Have a CDA or staff credential
• Ability to pass background screening
• Ability to meet physical demands (lifting up to 40 pounds, bending, active movement)
• CPR/First Aid (or willingness to obtain within 30 days)
• Completion of required state training within required timeframe
• Able to work Mon-Fri 9:00-6:00 shift

If this sounds like the kind of environment where you would thrive, we’d love to hear from you!