20 Best Lead Teacher jobs in Philadelphia, PA (Hiring Now!)

Certified Preschool Lead Teacher-$2, 000 Sign-On Bonus!!!
Greater Philadelphia Community Alliance —Philadelphia, PA
It is a voluntary program that recognizes Department of Public Welfare (DPW) regulated child care providers who exceed state health and safety certification…
$50,000 a year
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Pre-K Counts Teacher
Magic Memories Early Learning Schools —Norristown, PA
The regional directors were phenomenal as well as HR and everyone else involved in helping me feel completely confident walking into the building and classroom…
$36,000 - $45,000 a year
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Toddler Teacher
Today's Child Learning Centers —Sharon Hill, PA
Our lead teachers are responsible for creating and maintaining a safe, nurturing and child centered learning environment where children can reach the next…
$15 - $19 an hour
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Child Care Teacher
Magic Memories Early Learning Schools —West Norriton, PA
About Us: *Magic Memories is a preschool and child care center, dedicated to providing a loving, caring, and stimulating environment to support and guide all…
$15 - $21 an hour
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Kindergarten Teacher
Roxborough Christian School —Philadelphia, PA
Maintain a valid CPR and first aid certification; provide evidence of the same to school office. Or, be a graduate of an approved 4-year college or university…
Estimated: $33K - $41.8K a year
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Toddler Lead Teacher
Magic Moments for Children —Jeffersonville, PA
The successful candidate will work directly with the management and teaching team to develop lesson plans using the Creative Curriculum.
$12 - $14 an hour
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Infant/ Toddler Teacher
Today's Child Learning Centers —Clifton Heights, PA
Our lead teachers are responsible for creating and maintaining a safe, nurturing and child centered learning environment where children can reach the next…
$15 - $19 an hour
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Kindergarten Teacher
The Goddard School Horsham —Horsham, PA
The Goddard School in Horsham is looking for a loving and nurturing LEAD KINDERGARTEN TEACHER who is friendly, outgoing, energetic, and enjoys working with…
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Preschool Lead Teacher$2,000 Sign-on Bonus
Greater Philadelphia Community Alliance —Philadelphia, PA
It is a voluntary program that recognizes Department of Public Welfare (DPW) regulated childcare providers who exceed state health and safety certification…
$19 - $22 an hour
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Lead Infant Teacher
Play & Learn —Lansdale, PA
Plan and implement activities that develop self-esteem and social skills. Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field a plus!
$13 - $16 an hour
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Elementary School Teacher
Vision Academy Charter School —East Lansdowne, PA
Pay increase for continued education (B+15, Masters, M+30) in a related field. Form and maintain relationships with students' families through phone calls,…
From $60,000 a year
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Lead Infant and Toddler Teacher
Play & Learn —Norristown, PA
Plan and implement activities that develop self-esteem and social skills. Engage and encourage creativity through art, music, and play.
$14 - $17 an hour
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High School Special Education Teacher: Camden, NJ
KIPP New Jersey —Camden, NJ
Appropriate state teaching certification completed and issued or in process of being completed. Salaries are based on prior experience and in accordance with…
$63,000 - $101,000 a year
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Second Grade Teacher
Roxborough Christian School —Philadelphia, PA
Maintain a valid CPR and first aid certification; provide evidence of the same to school office. Or, be a graduate of an approved 4-year college or university…
From $36,000 a year
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1h
2024-2025 Head Start Preschool Lead Teachers
Children's Playhouse —Philadelphia, PA
Minimum of a bachelor's degree in early childhood education, Education, or a related field. Child Development Associate (CDA) credential preferred if bachelor's…
$19.37 - $24.00 an hour
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8d
Lead and Assistant Preschool Teacher
CBA —Philadelphia, PA
Ensure compliance with all state licensing regulations and school policies. Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred.
$15 - $17 an hour
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6d
TESD | Kindergarten Teacher - Enrichment Program
A Child's Place —Wayne, PA
A LEAD Teacher is responsible for the day to day operations of the Kindergarten Enrichment program by designing and implementing lessons and activities based on…
$18 - $20 an hour
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1h
Lead Teacher
Fairy Tale Academy —Upper Darby, PA
BA in ECE and /or related field and 2 years of experience. AA in ECE and/or related field and 2 years of experience. Preparing child at end of day.
$15 - $22 an hour
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Lead Teacher and Site Director
Ambassador Academy Robots & Mentors —Philadelphia, PA
Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Early Childhood Education or a related field. Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, or a…
From $20 an hour
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Assistant Teacher 12 months MLS
Gemma Services —Plymouth Meeting, PA
The position is responsible for providing assistance to teachers and students in the development of strategies to achieve academic, behavioral, and social goals…
Estimated: $34.2K - $43.3K a year
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Certified Preschool Lead Teacher-$2, 000 Sign-On Bonus!!!

Greater Philadelphia Community Alliance - Philadelphia, PA

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Job Details

Full-time $50,000 a year

Benefits

403(b) matching
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Flexible spending account
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
403(b)
Professional development assistance
Life insurance

Qualifications

Childcare
CPR Certification
Bachelor of Science
Teaching Certification
Early childhood education
Bachelor's degree
2 years
Child Development Associate Certification
Special Education Certification
Teaching
Early Childhood Education

Full Job Description

GPCA Overview

Greater Philadelphia Community Alliance (GPCA) is a deeply-embedded neighborhood-based nonprofit agency serving nearly 8,000 children, youth, adults, and families in the Point Breeze section of South Philadelphia. Greater Philadelphia Community Alliance is a multi-purpose social service agency emphasizing education and skill-building while providing early childhood education as an integral function of its mission to serve Point Breeze’s low-income community. Greater Philadelphia Community Alliance has been providing a comprehensive array of services to children and adults in the Point Breeze neighborhood of South Philadelphia for over a century. Services include:

For young children: Early childhood education
For school-age youth: Out-of-school time programming (after school and summer camp); and case management for at-risk youth
For adults: Employment training, parenting education, energy assistance programs, housing counseling programs, and financial literacy; and
For the community at large: Affordable housing and community economic development

GPCA has been a leader in early childhood education for 42 years. GPCA's childcare centers are nationally recognized and accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). NAEYC sets the standard for quality early education with rigorous requirements and regulations regarding programming, staffing, and family and community involvement. GPCA's centers have also obtained a Keystone STAR 4

ratings. The Keystone STARS is Pennsylvania’s program to improve the quality of early learning. It is a voluntary program that recognizes Department of Public Welfare (DPW) regulated child care providers who exceed state health and safety certification requirements. The Keystone STARS is a nationally recognized quality rating system beginning at STAR One, then progressing up through Two, Three, and Four.

Position Overview:

The Lead Teacher is responsible for maintaining the daily operations of the assigned classroom and the supervision of children and support persons. There will be occasions when the application of duties for this position will extend beyond the normal physical structure of the center. There will be times when some lifting of objects and children may be necessary. This position requires the person to perform written documentation of activities, incidents/accidents, as well as, conversations with parents and student behavior.

Key Responsibilities:

Actively engage with the children in order to provide guidance as they learn and process information.
The teacher cares for the children in his/her assigned group to meet their physical, emotional, social, and cognitive needs.
The teacher is responsible for the daily operation and management of the classroom, the supervision of assigned staff and volunteers, the writing of lesson plans and assessments of children, and the completion of reports in accordance with predetermined schedules.
The teacher must insure the maintaining of standards in accordance to the guidelines set forth by the Department of Human Services, National Association for the Education of Young Children, Pennsylvania Keystone Stars and any other governing bodies.
The teacher creates, implements, and executes lesson plans based on the developmental needs and assessments of children.
Provide lesson plans and activities that allow choices that stimulate creativity in children.
Keeps the classroom clean, neat, safe and inviting.
Must maintain separate anecdotal records in each child’s folder along with their L.A.P., IPP/IEP and any other pertinent information.
Communicate with parents, children, co-workers, and community persons in a cordial and professional manner.
When applicable, make home visits with parents.
Provide routine information to parents concerning their children (accidents, activities, problematic concerns and health issues). Discuss unusual/severe concerns/problems with Center Management.
Participate in monthly meetings in order to discuss concerns about a child’s developmental growth and to develop a prescriptive plan.
At semi-annual parent-teacher conferences, information will be exchanged in reference to the child’s progress.
Map out a schedule for the distribution of the classroom duties and schedule for breaks.
Maintain the daily roll book and food forms according to established rules and procedures.
Keep Center Management abreast of all needs, concerns and issues regarding the children, parents and staff.
Supervise and mentor Paraprofessionals within their space.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned by Center Management.

Professional Development/Training Requirements:

24 PQAS hours per school year
Competition of the following trainings are required:
Health & Safety
Mandated Reporter
CPR & First Aide
Fire Safety

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. We are proud to be an EEO employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

Other related skills: The ability to communicate with all levels of the organization and with other service providers is essential.

Minimum Education and Experience

BA or BS in Early Childhood Education (ECE) along with two years of experience teaching young children.

Work Locations

WESTERN LEARNING CENTER DIXON LEARNING ACADEMY - 1613 SOUTH STREET, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19146

DIXON LEARNING ACADEMY - 2201 MOORE STREET PHILADELPHIA, PA 19145

Benefits: we provide a competitive benefits package, which includes:

Medical and dental benefits
Life insurance and short-term & long-term disability
403(b) retirement plan; GPCA will match 100% of your contribution up to 4% of your gross compensation
Paid time off that includes 15 days of vacation the first to second year, 20 days’ vacation the third year; and 24 days’ vacation the fourth year and beyond
Twelve sick days per year
Eleven paid holidays

Greater Philadelphia Community Alliance is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected status with respect to recruitment, hiring, upgrades, training, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment. This policy complies with applicable federal, state, and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Interested applicants should send a cover letter, resume, and three (2) references to Munsanda Brown

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift
Day shift
Monday to Friday

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

Early childhood education: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

Teaching Certification (Required)
PA Teaching Certification (Required)

Work Location: In person

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Lead Teacher jobs in Philadelphia, PA

Certified Preschool Lead Teacher-$2, 000 Sign-On Bonus!!!

Pre-K Counts Teacher

Toddler Teacher

Child Care Teacher

Kindergarten Teacher

Toddler Lead Teacher

Infant/ Toddler Teacher

Kindergarten Teacher

Preschool Lead Teacher$2,000 Sign-on Bonus

Lead Infant Teacher

Elementary School Teacher

Lead Infant and Toddler Teacher

High School Special Education Teacher: Camden, NJ

Second Grade Teacher

2024-2025 Head Start Preschool Lead Teachers

Lead and Assistant Preschool Teacher

TESD | Kindergarten Teacher - Enrichment Program

Lead Teacher

Lead Teacher and Site Director

Assistant Teacher 12 months MLS

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