Lead Preschool Teacher

  • Gingerbread Littleversity
  • Fuquay Varina, North Carolina
  • 12 hours ago
  • Full Time

Job Summary


Employment Type
Full Time

Job Description


Gingerbread Littleversity 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 required 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. A plus if you have previous childcare experience!

Required Shift: Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 6:00pm;

Compensation: $16-$18 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:

  1. Resume screen
  2. Phone screen with recruiter (30 minutes)
  3. On-site interview with Center Director (30-60 minutes)
    1. Q&A
    2. Classroom observation
    3. Offer
    4. Main Job Responsibilities for Lead Preschool 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!

      Gingerbread Littleversity 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.

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    Job Summary


    Employment Type
    Full Time

    Benefit Insights


    Health Insurance
    Paid Time Off
    401(k)
    Holiday Pay
    Tuition Reimbursement
    Life Insurance
    Dental Insurance
    Vision Insurance
    Short-Term Disability
    Long-Term Disability

    Job ID: 468959151

    Originally Posted on: 3/12/2025