Lead Teacher

St. David's Episcopal Church Wayne, PA United States St. David’s Episcopal Day School (SDEDS), Wayne, PA Salary: $40,000 (based on experience) Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM Position Type: School-Year (end of August–May) Position Overview St. David’s Episcopal Day School (SDEDS) is seeking a dedicated and experienced Lead Teacher to join our early childhood education team for the 2026–2027 school year. The Lead Teacher is responsible for creating a nurturing, engaging, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment for young learners. This role is ideal for an educator who values collaboration, consistency, and strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues—and who is committed to ongoing professional growth. Key Responsibilities Plan and implement age-appropriate curriculum aligned with early childhood best practices Create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive classroom environment Lead daily classroom activities, routines, and transitions Supervise and collaborate with assistant teachers Conduct ongoing student observations and communicate progress with families Maintain classroom organization, materials, and documentation Partner with school leadership on curriculum alignment and classroom needs Participate in staff meetings, professional development, and school events Qualifications (Required) Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field Valid teaching certification – must have PA teacher certification or private academic certification Prior lead teaching experience in a preschool or early childhood setting Strong classroom management and organizational skills Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment Professional Expectations At SDEDS, teacher performance and contract renewal considerations are grounded in three core areas: Classroom Performance Contributions to School Culture Professional Development We are seeking educators who are not only strong in the classroom, but who actively contribute to the overall health and growth of the school community. Compensation & Schedule Annual Salary: starting at $40,000 Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM Follows school-year calendar (late August through end of May), including school holidays and breaks Additional opportunities to work Before or After Care may be available. How to Apply Please submit your resume through Indeed. Applications will be reviewed by school leadership, with initial screening conducted by the Assistant Head of School. #J-18808-Ljbffr National Association of Episcopal Schools