Lead Teacher (Infant/Toddler/Preschool) (Escondido)

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary

Provides leadership for day-to-day classroom instruction and the learning environment, ensuring high-quality teaching, consistent child supervision, and full compliance with Title 5 and program requirements.

Minimum Requirements (Title 5–Aligned / HBMPAA Requirements)

• Valid Child Development Teacher Permit or Master Teacher Permit, as required for the position.
• Meets all education and experience requirements in accordance with the applicable permit matrix.
• Current CPR/First Aid certification and Mandated Reporter training, as required.
• Infant/Toddler Assignment Requirement: Must possess a minimum of 3 semester units of Infant/Toddler coursework when assigned to Infant/Toddler classrooms.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Teaching and Learning
• Plans and implements developmentally appropriate curriculum and daily schedules aligned with program standards.
• Establishes and maintains an inclusive, culturally responsive classroom environment.
Child Supervision and Guidance
• Maintains active supervision at all times to ensure child safety and wellbeing.
• Implements positive behavior guidance strategies in alignment with program policies.
Assessment and Documentation
• Completes child observations, portfolios, and assessments (e.g., DRDP) within required timelines.
• Uses assessment data to individualize instruction and collaborates on IEP/IFSP implementation when applicable.
Family Engagement
• Communicates regularly with families and conducts parent conferences as scheduled.
Classroom Team Leadership
• Provides daily direction and guidance to CoTeachers, Teacher Assistants, and Aides to support effective routines, coverage, and classroom operations.
Key Competencies
• Lesson planning
• Knowledge of child development
• Classroom management
• Documentation and compliance
• Team collaboration and communication
Reporting Relationship

Reports to: Assistant Site Supervisor and/or Site Supervisor, depending on site structure.