School District Lead Teacher At Larchmont
Mount Laurel, NJ, United States
- Education
- Full-time
- early childhood education
- lead teacher
- lesson planning
The School District Lead Teacher plans and implements lesson plans aligned with district standards, assesses student progress, and fosters a positive learning environment for early childhood students. They collaborate with school districts, families, and peers to enhance curriculum delivery while ensuring safety and developmental support. The role requires certification, strong organizational skills, and offers benefits aligned with supporting work-life balance in a respected early education organization.
Futures start here. Where first steps, new friendships, and confident learners are born. At KinderCare Learning Companies, the first and only early childhood education provider recognized with the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award, we offer a variety of early education and child care options for families. Whether it’s KinderCare Learning Centers, Champions, or Crème de la Crème, we build confidence for kids, families, and the future we share. And we want you to join us in shaping it—in neighborhoods, at work, and in schools nationwide.
Our teachers, center staff, and field leaders are the heart and soul of our business. When you join us, you’ll be directly supporting children and their education every day and experiencing the trials and triumphs that come with that responsibility. But you’ll never be alone. You’ll do it all with a village of dedicated and passionate humans who care as much about helping kids reach their highest potential as you do. The best part? Seeing the positive impact you’re making on the lives of young learners and their families—and knowing that your work matters.
When you join our team as a School District Lead Teacher, we will:
Invest in you and your career at KinderCare as you create a world-class experience in our classrooms
Reward your commitment to our children and families as your journey continues with us by remaining competitive with school district pay guidelines
When you join our team as a School District Lead Teacher you will:
Plan and implement engaging lesson plans that align with school district standards.
Work directly with the school district as needed to continuously improve curriculum implementation.
Maintain a positive and structured learning environment with supervision and safety being of top priority.
Regularly monitor student progress through observation and document developmental milestones by using district specific assessment tools.
Build strong relationships with families and caregivers through regular communication, including parent-teacher conferences, progress reports and updates on classroom activities.
Provide targeted support to individual students or small groups based on their needs, differentiating instruction to ensure all children are challenged and engaged.
Collaborate with peers to share best practices, plan integrated activities and support the overall learning community.
Required Skills and Experience:
Outstanding customer service skills, strong organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task and handle multiple situations effectively
Meet and maintain the school district requirement for a Pre-K Lead Teacher as outlined in the program’s guidance.
CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain
Able to assume postures in low levels to allow physical and visual contact with children, see and hear well enough to keep children safe, and engage in physical activity with children
Read, write, understand, and speak English to communicate with children and their parents in English
In the state of Minnesota, we currently provide an additional $3.00 per hour premium on all classroom hours worked in addition to the range of pay listed. This premium is funded through the Minnesota Great Start Grant Compensation Support Program.
Our benefits meet you where you are. We’re here to help our employees navigate the integration of work and life:
- Know your whole family is supported with discounted child care benefits. - Breathe easy with medical, dental, and vision benefits for your family (and pets, too!).
- Feel supported in your mental health and personal growth with employee assistance programs.
- Feel great and thrive with access to health and wellness programs, paid time off and discounts for work necessities, such as cell phones.
- … and much more.
We operate research-backed, accredited, and customizable programs in more than 2,000 sites and centers across 40 states and the District of Columbia. As we expand, we’re matching the needs of more and more families, dynamic work environments, and diverse communities from coast to coast. Because we believe every family deserves access to high-quality child care, no matter who they are or where they live. Every day, you’ll help bring this mission to life by building community and delivering exceptional experiences. And if you’re anything like us, you’ll come for the work, and stay for the people.
KinderCare Learning Companies is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.
Job Posting End Date : 2026-01-16
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