Lead Preschool Teacher — Blue River Early Learning Academy

Job overview

The Lead Preschool Teacher role is onsite in Crete, Nebraska, at Blue River Early Learning Academy. Compensation is not specified; the posting describes a school-year salary position. The Head Start center serves children and families in Saline County. The teacher creates a safe, inclusive learning environment and supports children’s development and school readiness through play-based curriculum and classroom activities. The role also tracks progress and works with families, colleagues, and community partners to support each child’s growth.

What you'll do

• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum and classroom activities
• create a safe, welcoming, inclusive classroom
• support school readiness and individual development
• manage daily classroom operations with the teaching team
• observe, assess, and track children’s progress
• build relationships with children, families, coworkers, and community partners
• encourage family engagement.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

lead preschool teacher

early childhood education

head start

blue river early learning academy

school readiness

play-based learning

family engagement

crete ne

monday–friday

36 hours per week

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• basic and voluntary life insurance
• short- and long-term disability
• accident, cancer, and hospital confinement indemnity plans
• employee assistance program
• 403(b) retirement plan
• paid time off.

Why this role

Full-time, 36 hours per week, Monday–Friday during the school year, with summers off approximately mid-May through mid-August; associate degree in early childhood education, child development, or a qualifying credential required.

About the employer

Blue Valley Community Action Partnership is hiring for this role. Industry: Child Care Services. Sector: 62.