Lead Preschool Teacher

? Beachwood, Ohio ? $18-$21 per hour ? Full-Time ? Associate Degree Required ⭐ Minimum 3 Years Experience

Join Our Team at Play Time Early Childhood Enrichment Center!

Are you passionate about inspiring young learners and creating meaningful educational experiences? Play Time Early Childhood Enrichment Center is seeking an enthusiastic, dedicated, and experienced Lead Preschool Teacher to join our exceptional team.

As a Lead Preschool Teacher, you will create a nurturing, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning environment where children can explore, discover, and grow. You will play a vital role in guiding children's educational journeys while building strong relationships with families and mentoring classroom staff.

What You'll Do

• Plan and implement engaging, developmentally appropriate curriculum and activities

• Create a safe, positive, and stimulating classroom environment

• Assess and monitor children's growth, development, and learning progress

• Support children's social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development

• Communicate effectively with parents regarding their child's progress and daily experiences

• Collaborate with administrators and teaching team members

• Maintain classroom documentation and child assessments using Teaching Strategies GOLD

• Ensure compliance with all licensing regulations and center policies

Required Qualifications

• Associate Degree, Bachelor's Degree, CDA, or CPL Level 3 in Early Childhood Education or related field

• Minimum of 3 years of experience working in an early childhood setting

• Thorough understanding of child development and best practices in preschool education

• Current or willingness to obtain required ODJFS certifications:

  • CPR

  • First Aid

  • Child Abuse Recognition and Prevention

  • Communicable Disease Training

• Ability to complete 20 hours of approved Step Up To Quality (SUTQ) training annually

• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills

• Passion for making a positive impact in the lives of young children

Program Standards

The ideal candidate will support and follow:

• Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS) Licensing Regulations

• Early Childhood Education (ECE) Guidelines

• Step Up To Quality (SUTQ) 5-Star Standards

• Healthy Ohio Initiatives

• Universal Pre-Kindergarten Standards

• Teaching Strategies GOLD

• USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP)

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health, wellness, and career growth:

✅ Competitive Salary
✅ Flexible Scheduling
✅ Paid Time Off (PTO)
✅ Paid Holidays
✅ Medical Insurance with Prescription Coverage
✅ Dental and Vision Insurance
✅ Life Insurance
✅ Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
✅ Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
✅ Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
✅ 401(k) Retirement Plan
✅ Employer-Paid Long-Term Disability Coverage
✅ Career Advancement Opportunities
✅ Internal Transfers and Promotions
✅ On-Site Child Care Center
✅ Free Parking
✅ Employee Discount Opportunities

Current Opening

King David Campus

? 27100 Cedar Road, Beachwood, OH 44122

Schedule:

• Full-Time

• Monday through Friday

• No Weekends

• Paid Holidays

About Play Time Early Childhood Enrichment Center

Play Time Early Childhood Enrichment Center is dedicated to providing high-quality early childhood education through hands-on, play-based learning experiences. We believe children learn best through exploration, discovery, creativity, and meaningful interactions with caring educators. Our teachers create enriching environments that empower every child to reach their fullest potential.

About King David

King David has earned a reputation for excellence by providing superior care and service to residents, clients, and families. Our culture is built on a commitment to:

• Excellence

• Compassion

• Integrity

• Service

• Stewardship

We seek team members who are committed to outstanding service, professional growth, accountability, and making a positive difference every day.

As a tobacco-free campus, we are committed to promoting the health and safety of our residents, clients, guests, and employees.

Ready to inspire the next generation of learners?

Apply today and become part of a team that values education, collaboration, and the joy of helping children thrive!

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